The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient in Traction

The nurse is caring for a patient in traction.Which actions are appropriate when caring for this patient? (Select all that apply.)

A) Allow weights to hang freely in place.
B) Use assistance to reposition the patient in bed.
C) Hold weights up if the patient is shifting position in bed.
D) Remove weights if the patient is being moved up in bed.
E) Lighten weights for short periods if the patient reports pain.