Traction – Nursing Care Nursing Mnemonic (TRACTION)
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  Outline TRACTION

• T-Temperature (Extremity, Infection)
• R-Ropes hang freely
• A-Alignment
• C-Circulation Check (5 Ps)
• T-Type & Location of fracture
• I-Increase fluid intake
• O-Overhead trapeze
• N-No weights on bed or floor

Description Nursing care and responsibilities with patients in traction