Which of the following fractures would benefit from the use of skin traction?

In skin traction, adhesive straps or wraps are applied to the skin near the fractured area, and weights are attached to create a pulling force. The pulling force helps to align and stabilize the fractured bone.

a. Skin traction does not involve surgically inserting metal pins into the bone. That technique is called skeletal traction.

b. Skin traction does not apply pressure directly on the fracture site; it uses a pulling force applied through the skin.

c. Adhesive straps or wraps are applied near the fractured area, not directly over it, to avoid pressure on the fracture site.

: Engaging in open communication and active listening demonstrates effective nursing collaboration. Collaboration involves actively participating in discussions, sharing information, and valuing the input of all team members.

a. Refusing to seek input from other team members is not conducive to collaboration and can hinder the effectiveness of patient care.

c. Failing to communicate changes in the patient's condition can lead to errors and compromises patient safety, which is contrary to effective collaboration.

d. Limiting collaboration to only certain team members can create barriers and may result in missed opportunities for valuable input from different perspectives.