ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has skeletal traction for a fracture of the lower extremity. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inspecting pin sites daily for infection (redness, swelling, pus) allows early intervention, preventing complications like osteomyelitis. A. Removing weights disrupts traction, risking misalignment. B. Hydrogen peroxide damages tissue; saline is preferred. D. Checking ropes is secondary to infection monitoring.
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