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5 Traction Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 5 Traction, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions
01
Choose one
1 point

A patient with a femoral fracture is placed in Buck’s traction while awaiting surgery. Which outcome best describes the purpose of this intervention?

  1. A

    It permanently fixes the fracture in place.

  2. B

    It can help maintain alignment and reduce muscle spasm and pain.

  3. C

    It prevents all complications associated with immobility.

  4. D

    It replaces the need for definitive fracture treatment.

02
Choose one
1 point

Which feature distinguishes skeletal traction from skin traction?

  1. A

    It uses pins or wires attached to bone.

  2. B

    It is applied only with adhesive straps.

  3. C

    It requires no monitoring of the attachment site.

  4. D

    It always uses more weight than skin traction.

03
Choose one
1 point

A patient’s traction weights are pulling against the bed frame. What should the nurse do?

  1. A

    Remove a weight to reduce discomfort.

  2. B

    Reposition the weights so they hang freely without changing the prescribed setup, and report any equipment problem.

  3. C

    Tie the weights to the bed frame.

  4. D

    Disconnect the traction until the next provider round.

04
True or false
1 point

True or false: A nurse should independently change a patient’s prescribed traction weight if the patient is uncomfortable.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

05
True or false
1 point

True or false: In skeletal traction, the nurse should rotate the traction pin daily to prevent infection.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

06
Choose all
1 point

Select all findings that indicate a traction setup is functioning as intended.

  1. A

    The prescribed weights hang freely.

  2. B

    Ropes run freely in the pulley grooves.

  3. C

    The patient’s body and affected limb remain aligned with the prescribed pull.

  4. D

    The weights rest on the floor between assessments.

  5. E

    The ropes are frayed but still supporting the prescribed weight.

07
Choose all
1 point

A patient will remain in traction for an extended period. Select all parts of a plan that help address risks associated with limited mobility.

  1. A

    Provide prescribed skin care and repositioning.

  2. B

    Encourage permitted movement and breathing exercises.

  3. C

    Monitor for complications associated with limited mobility.

  4. D

    Keep the patient completely still and avoid skin inspections.

  5. E

    Focus only on the weights and pulleys.

08
Open ended
1 point

Describe how to assess the affected limb’s distal neurovascular status and how to use the findings to guide follow-up.

09
Written response
1 point

When comparing a patient’s affected-limb neurovascular findings, which other body site should be assessed alongside it?

10
Choose one
1 point

Which nursing action is appropriate for a patient receiving skeletal traction?

  1. A

    Inspect pin sites for changes and perform pin care according to the prescribed care plan.

  2. B

    Rotate the traction pin daily to prevent infection.

  3. C

    Apply skin lotion directly to the pin insertion sites.

  4. D

    Loosen the pin assembly whenever the patient reports discomfort.

11
Choose one
1 point

A patient in lower-limb traction reports rapidly worsening pain. The nurse notes increasing swelling and pain when the toes are passively moved. What is the priority response?

  1. A

    Reassess the patient at the next routine check.

  2. B

    Report the findings immediately and obtain urgent clinical assessment.

  3. C

    Elevate the limb and wait to see whether the pain resolves.

  4. D

    Remove the traction weights without notifying anyone.

12
True or false
1 point

True or false: If a patient reports discomfort, the nurse may independently reduce the prescribed traction weight.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

13
Choose one
1 point

Which finding at a skeletal traction pin site should the nurse report?

  1. A

    The pin site has no new redness, swelling, drainage, or pain.

  2. B

    The patient asks a question about the care plan.

  3. C

    There is increasing redness and drainage around the pin site.

  4. D

    The patient is resting comfortably.

14
Choose one
1 point

Which set of findings best evaluates the affected limb’s distal neurovascular status during traction?

  1. A

    Distal color, temperature, capillary refill, pulse, sensation, and movement.

  2. B

    Appetite, bowel sounds, and urine output only.

  3. C

    Pin-site appearance only.

  4. D

    Pain score without comparison to baseline.

15
Choose one
1 point

A patient’s traction weights are pulling against the bed frame. What should the nurse do first?

  1. A

    Remove a weight to reduce discomfort.

  2. B

    Reposition the weights so they hang freely without changing the prescribed setup, and report any equipment problem.

  3. C

    Tie the weights to the bed frame.

  4. D

    Disconnect the traction until the next provider round.

16
Written response
1 point

What is the name of the focused assessment that checks distal circulation, sensation, and movement in an injured limb?

17
Written response
1 point

What type of traction transmits force through the skin, often using a boot or straps?

18
Written response
1 point

A patient in lower-limb traction develops rapidly worsening pain and increasing swelling, and reports pain when the toes are passively moved. What time-critical complication should the nurse suspect?

19
Fill in the blank
1 point

When a patient in traction has rapidly worsening pain, swelling, and pain with passive movement, obtain for possible .

20
Fill in the blank
1 point

A patient in skeletal traction develops new drainage and increasing redness around a pin site. The nurse should the change.