A patient is placed in traction for a femur fracture. The nurse would document what as the expected outcomes of traction? Select all that apply.
a) Full range of motion to extremity
b) Reduction of deformity
c) Minimization of muscle spasms
d) Realignment of a fracture
e) Increased ability to bear weight
f) Decreased pedal pulse
Answer: B, C & D.
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