A patient diagnosed with several fractured vertebra is having surgical stabilization.The nurse would reinforce which information about this surgery?

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Surgical stabilization of fractured vertebrae typically involves the insertion of rods to stabilize the spine internally. Option A may be incorrect as cervical collars are primarily used to stabilize the neck after injury or surgery. Option B may be incorrect as a halo device is typically used to stabilize the upper cervical spine, rather than the lower vertebrae. Option D may be incorrect as surgical stabilization is often a one-time procedure.

A Patient Diagnosed with Several Fractured Vertebra Is Having Surgical