The nurse is caring for a client with a fracture of cervical vertebrae 4. Which piece of equipment connects the client to traction for this type of injury?
1. Pearson attachment
2. Buck's extension
3. Thomas splint
4. Crutchfield tongs
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Rationale 1: Pearson attachment connects to a Thomas splint for leg traction.
Rationale 2: Buck's traction is used to stabilize the hip.
Rationale 3: Pearson attachment connects to a Thomas splint for leg traction.
Rationale 4: Crutchfield tongs connect to the skull and help to maintain stability of the fractured cervical vertebrae.
Global Rationale: Crutchfield tongs connect to the skull and help to maintain stability of the fractured cervical vertebrae. Pearson attachment connects to a Thomas splint for leg traction. Buck's traction is used to stabilize the hip.
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