Skeletal Traction

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Across
  1. 2. Must hang freely to maintain proper traction.
  2. 4. Type of exercise encouraged in uninjured limbs to maintain circulation.
  3. 8. To ensure circulation and sensation remain intact.
  4. 10. A type of pin used in traction.
  5. 11. Skeletal traction applies ___ force than skin traction.
  6. 12. Risk of infection in skeletal traction occurs at the ___ site.
  7. 13. The patient’s foot should not rest directly on the ___ of the bed.
Down
  1. 1. ___ is commonly used for skeletal traction.
  2. 3. Condition caused by prolonged pressure on the skin in traction.
  3. 5. What part of the bed is often elevated to maintain countertraction?
  4. 6. Device that holds ropes and directs force in traction.
  5. 7. What can develop at pin insertion sites if not cared for properly?
  6. 9. Should be smooth and non-stretchable.