Open Fracture: Nursing Management Flashcards by Tim Dola

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Open Fracture: Nursing Management

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Prevent wound and bone infection
Administer prescribed antibiotics and tetanus prophylaxis
Assist in serial wound debridement
Elevate the extremity to prevent edema formation
Administer care of traction and cast

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