Posted: October 11th, 2017

A fractured femur placed in Bryant’s traction

A 2-year-old is admitted for repair of a fractured femur and is placed in Bryant’s traction. Which finding by the nurse indicates that the traction is working properly?

A. The infant no longer complains of pain.
B. The buttocks are 15° off the bed.
C. The legs are suspended in the traction.
D. The pins are secured within the pulley.