The nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a patient who has a fractured hip and is placed in Buck's (boot)traction while awaiting surgery.What is the desired outcome for placing the patient in Buck's traction?

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Buck's traction does not promote bone alignment or healing but is used instead for relief of painful muscle spasms that often accompany fractures.A.Traction is not used to restrain a patient.

The Nurse Is Contributing to the Plan of Care for a Patient