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LaDunn · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse reviews the general rules for maintaining adequate tractions, which include: (Select all that apply.)

a. Ropes to weights in the grooves of the pulleys
b. The child should be kept in anatomic alignment
c. Ace bandages should be wrapped tightly
d. Weights should hang free
e. Traction can be removed to facilitate care

Question 2

The heart valve that connects the left atria and the left ventricle is:

1. The tricuspid valve.
2. The bicuspid valve.
3. The pulmonic valve.
4. The aortic valve.

connor417 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, D
Ropes should be in the pulleys, the child should be kept in alignment, the weights should hang free, and the traction should be continuous. The bandages should not be wrapped tightly, to prevent obstruction of circulation, and the traction should not be interrupted.

Answer to Question 2

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1. This valve connects the right atria to the right ventricle.
2. This valve connects the left atria and the left ventricle.
3. This valve connects the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery.
4. This valve connects the left ventricle and the ascending aorta.