Contraindication for skin traction -a) Dermatitisb) Vascularity compromized status of limbc) Abrasionsd) Hypopigmentation (vitiligo)e) Bony deformity
Correct Answer: abc
Description: Contraindications of skin traction
Skin damage or sepsis in the area.
Deep vein thrombosis
Suspected vascular defecit
Anaesthetic limb (neurological deficit).
Force required is > 5 kg & for long duration due to changes of peeling off of skin.
In small abrasions it can be applied with proper padding but large abrasions are relative contraindications.
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