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Mechanical Traction 2
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15 minutes
Released:
Apr 7, 2021
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Manny is treating a patient with a medial lumbar disc protrusion and severe radicular lower extremity pain. During mechanical traction, the patient reports a complete resolution of pain. Which of the following is the BEST course of action?
A. Continue with traction and monitor pain levels
B. Terminate traction and refer back to the physician
C. Assess the patient's lower extremity sensation and reflexes
D. Increase intensity of traction force
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Manny is treating a patient with a medial lumbar disc protrusion and severe radicular lower extremity pain. During mechanical traction, the patient reports a complete resolution of pain. Which of the following is the BEST course of action?
A. Continue with traction and monitor pain levels
B. Terminate traction and refer back to the physician
C. Assess the patient's lower extremity sensation and reflexes
D. Increase intensity of traction force
Did you get this question wrong?! If you were stuck between two answers and selected the wrong one, then you need to visit www.NPTEPASS.com, to learn about the #1 solution to STOP getting stuck.
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Released:
Apr 7, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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