The nurse is performing an assessment on the patient who is in bilateral Buck's traction.Which finding indicates the need to reposition the patient?

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When the patient's feet are against the footboard,the traction is ineffective.The heels should be off the surface of the mattress to reduce the threat of pressure ulcer.The weights should be hanging free.

The Nurse Is Performing an Assessment on the Patient Who