Traction – Nursing Care Nursing Mnemonic (TRACTION)
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TRACTION
- T-Temperature (Extremity, Infection)
- R-Ropes hang freely
- A-Alignment
- C-Circulation Check (5 Ps)
- T-Type & Location of fracture
- I-Increase fluid intake
- O-Overhead trapeze
- N-No weights on bed or floor
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Nursing care and responsibilities with patients in traction
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