On entering the room of a child in Buck's traction the nurse makes all of the following observations.The observation that requires nursing intervention is the:
A) child's heels are placed firmly against the foot of the bed.
B) head of bed is elevated 20 degrees.
C) weights are hanging freely.
D) ropes are on pulleys.

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Buck's traction is dependent on the child as a counterweight.The heels should be elevated above the level of the foot of the bed.

On Entering the Room of a Child in Buck's Traction