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Buck's traction is a type of skin traction that is widely used for broken
femurs and hips, as well as fractures in the socket portion of the
"ball-and-socket" hip joint.
In skin traction a Velcro boot (Buck traction), belt, halter, or sling
(bandage for supporting a part) is applied snugly to the skin, and the
traction is attached to the appliance (Fig. 39.3). Skin traction has the
advantage of being noninvasive, its main purpose being to decrease
muscle spasm that accompanies fractures. Damage from skin
traction includes blisters, rashes from irritation by adhesives, and skin
tears and tissue injuries from the shearing effects of the lateral pull
,across the skin surface. The amount of weight that can be applied is
limited to a maximum of 10 to 15 pounds. Skin traction should not be
used if the fracture requires 15 pounds (6.7 kg) or more of tractive
weight. Skin traction is generally not used with older adults because
of their fragile skin. Check the skin frequently for any indications of
injury; report any problems or skin pain immediately to the primary
care provider or traction tec
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Describe the Romberg test. What
limited for patients with gout? What
condition(s) are indicated if a client
substance do these foods
loses balance during the test?
containhigher levels of?
Describe buck's traction. What
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What is glycogen? How long can the body depend on reserve
stores of glycogen?
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, a polysaccharide; the main storage form of carbohydrate in the body,
which is stored primarily in the liver and muscle tissue.
90 to 120 minutes of continuous, vigorous activity or between 12 and 14
hours.
Glaucoma affects the optic nerve, typically leading to peripheral vision loss. In
contrast, AMD affects the macula, causing loss of central vision.
The sudden appearance of many floaters — tiny specks that seem to drift
through your field of vision. Flashes of light in one or both eyes (photopsia)
Blurred vision. Gradually reduced side (peripheral) vision.
restricts the flow of oxygen-rich blood that nourishes bones, muscles and joints
and helps them heal. Smoking affects the body's ability to absorb calcium,
leading to lower bone density and weaker bones. Nicotine slows the production
of the bone-forming cells that are so crucial to healing.
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What is the purpose of a knee brace?
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increase flexibility and enhance joint strengthen the knee muscles and
mobility improve balance
, support the knee joint and
relieve symptoms like pain and
correct joint alignment and improve
stiffness. They can also help it
posture
heal safely and prevent future
injuries.
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Warm water is used to remove cerumen and debris from the canal.
Aim the stream of water above or below the impaction to allow back
pressure to push it out rather than farther down the canal.
sit upright with a towel on the shoulder to capture water that drains
from the ear. Some people may also place a basin underneath the
ear to catch the water.
Gently pull the ear upward and backward to allow the water to enter
the ear more easily.
Place the syringe in the ear, inserting it up and toward the back of
the ear. This position will help the earwax separate from the ear and
drain out of it.
Gently press on the syringe to allow water to enter the ear. If a
person feels pain or pressure, they should stop irrigating.
Dry the ear using a towel or by inserting a few drops of rubbing
alcohol into the ear.
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