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The nurse is checking for capillary refill on a child in Bryant's traction. How long does it take for the toe to regain color if adequate perfusion is assessed?
 
  a. 3 seconds
  b. 4 seconds
  c. 5 seconds
  d. 6 seconds

Question 2

How does Russell traction provide adequate skin traction?
 
  a. Subluxates the tibia
  b. Does not interfere with range of motion
  c. Prevents the knee from flexing
  d. Supplies continuous pull in two directions



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Capillary refill in 3 seconds or less is determined to be indicative of adequate perfusion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Russell traction is skin traction, similar to Buck's, with a sling positioned under the knee, which prevents subluxation of the tibia. Although the traction interferes with full ROM, the patient can change position without disrupting the continuous pull in two directions.



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