A young patient is in the hospital with his left leg in Buck's traction. Why it is important to place a footplate on the affected side at the bottom of the bed?

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If a young patient is in the hospital with his left leg in Buck's traction, it is important to place a footplate on the affected side at the bottom of the bed to prevent foot drop while the patient is immobilized in traction. This will not anchor the traction, keep the patient from sliding down in bed, or prevent pressure areas.

A Young Patient Is in the Hospital with His Left