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Podiatry and Medical - Set 2

Category - Podiatry Part II

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Which of the following fractures is a contraindication to the application of a femoral traction splint?

Angulated tibia fracture
Femur fracture
Pelvic fracture
Ankle fracture

Explanation

Answer − C − The fracture that is a contraindication to the application of a femoral traction splint is a pelvic fracture. The femoral traction splint is the preferred device for immobilization of femur fractures. Traction is applied by using a hitch on the ankle that encounters resistance when the splint impinges proximally on the pelvis.

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