The main purpose of traction is to (Select all that are correct)
a. Align and stabilize a fracture
b. Prevent deformities
c. Relieve muscle spasms
d. Promote bed rest
e. Increase circulation to the rest of the body
A, B, C
Skin and skeletal traction provide alignment and stabilize a fracture. This prevents deformities and relieves muscle spasms by putting muscles under tension until they are fatigued.
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Calculate the amount to administer: ______________. Ordered: Akineton 2 mg IM now. On hand:
Akineton 5 mg/mL. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse walks into her patient's room to find him unresponsive. She begins CPR, knowing that during a "code" situation, chest compressions should be interrupted for which of the following situations? (Select all that apply.)
a. Ventilation b. Pulse checks c. Intubation d. Defibrillation
What is the goal of an intellectual critical appraisal of a research study?
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