Which of the following statements regarding the indication and application of traction splints is TRUE?
A) Traction splints prevent bone ends from overriding, lessen pain, and may help relax muscular contraction.
B) If the femur fracture is associated with instability about the ankle, apply the hitch to the lower leg three inches above the site of the fractured malleolus.
C) If the femur fracture is associated with pelvic instability, application of the PASG prior to the traction splint may minimize the potential bleeding.
D) Traction splints cannot be utilized in open femur fractures.
Question 2
Maintaining positive pressure in the airway during expiration to prevent collapse of the smaller airways and alveoli would be called:
A) positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP).
B) positive pressure ventilation (PPV).
C) peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR).
D) continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).
Traction is the application of a pulling force to maintain bone alignment during fracture healing. D
Application of an ostomy bag or pouch: B, An ostomy nurse applying an ostomy bag to a stoma;
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