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oliviahorn72

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Traction is used to immobilize a fracture. This is done by:
 
  a. Applying a steady pull in two directions
  b. Inserting wires and pins
  c. Inserting a prosthesis
  d. Applying a stockinette

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A resident has a cast on her right arm. You note that her fingers are pale and that she cannot move them. What should you do?
 
  a. Remove the cast.
  b. Tell the nurse at once.
  c. Elevate her arm on pillows.
  d. Assist with range-of-motion exercises.


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sarajane1989

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B


oliviahorn72

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

duy1981999

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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