Sager® Emergency Traction Splints and the Minto Fracture Kit
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16
The Sager® Articulating Base and Cushion bends laterally
for seating and exacting conformance to the:
a
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Inner thigh.
b
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Ischial tuberosity.
c
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Symphysis pubis
d
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Groin.
It only applies to Models SX404, S304 and S301
17
The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
recommends gentle traction to a maximum of ____ per
fractured femur on an adult patient:
a
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15 pounds per leg.
b
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30 pounds per leg.
c
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15 kilograms per leg.
d
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You pull traction until the patient gets relief.
18
Sager’s dynamic function enables the traction to _________
as the spasm releases.
a
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Maintain.
b
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Decrease.
c
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Increase.
19
The Sager® SX404, S304 and S301 traction splints will fit
a patient ranging in age from a _________:
a
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A 6 year old to an adult over 7 feet in height.
b
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A 3 year old to an adult over 7 feet in height.
c
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A 4 year old to an adult over 6 feet in height.
d
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A 4 year old to an adult over 7 feet in height.
20
Sager® traction splints are indicated for ______ percent of
femoral fractures.
a
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100
b
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75
c
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93
d
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