Ati Med Surg Proctored Exam 2019 - Study Guide

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Med surg  Accident/Error/Injury Prevention - (1) o Spinal Cord Injury: Care of a Client who has a Halo Device (Active Learning Template - Therapeutic Procedure, RM AMS RN 10.0 Chp 16) o The pur... pose is to provide traction and/or immobilize the spinal column  Do not use the halo device to turn or move a client  If the client goes home with a halo fixation device on, provide instruction on pin and vest care.  Teach the client signs of infection and skin breakdown.  Maintain body alignment and ensure cervical tong weights hang freely.  Monitor skin integrity by providing pin care and assessing the skin under the halo fixation vest as appropriate [Show More]

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