Nurse Aide

Category - Physical Care

To prevent plantar flexion in an unconscious client, which of the following protective devices may be used?

I.Foot board
II.Trochanter roll
III.Hand roll
IV.Boot splint
  1. I only
  2. I and II
  3. I and III
  4. I and IV
Explanation
Answer: D - Footboards and boot splints are protective devices that prevent foot drops. A trochanter roll is used to prevent external rotation of the hip. It is applied from the hips to the upper third of the thighs. Hand rolls are used to prevent claw hand deformity.
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