Which type of traction does the nurse anticipate will be used for an adult patient with a fractured humerus?

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Dunlop's traction is a simultaneous horizontal form of Buck's extension to the humerus with an accompanying vertical Buck's extension to the forearm.Bryant's traction (called Gallows in England) is no longer used because of the risk for gravitational vascular draining of the extremities and the possible tourniquet effect of bandages, triggering vasospasms and avascular necrosis.Buck's extension provides temporary immobilization of a hip fracture until ORIF can be performed.It also reduces muscle spasms, contractures, and dislocations and occasionally is used as an interim treatment for lumbosacral muscle spasms that cause low back pain.

Which Type of Traction Does the Nurse Anticipate Will Be