What does the nurse need to do for a person with an external fixator device?

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The nurse needs to cleanse the pin sites to reduce the chance of infection. Proper pin care and cleaning is important to prevent infection and promote healing.

Answer: B 
 The person should be encouraged to keep the limb with the external fixator still to prevent movement that could disrupt the device or cause pain.

Answer: D 
 Incorrect. The nurse should not adjust the weight on the pins without an order from the healthcare provider. This could cause harm to the person and is outside of the nurse's scope of practice.

Answer: A 
 Incorrect. The nurse should instruct the person to avoid bathing in a tub while the external fixator device is in place. This could increase the risk of infection or damage to the device.

What Does the Nurse Need to Do for a Person