Five Fun Facts: Femur Fracture with Traction

5 Fun Facts about: Femur fracture with traction

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Early complication of fracture: Shock, fat embolism, compartment syndrome, DVT
Late complications: Restricted knee motion, delayed/mal/non union, avascular necrosis of bone, complex regional pain syndrome, heterotopic ossification
Nursing priorities for traction: pain management, neurovascular assessment to prevent skin breakdown, nerve damage, circulatory impairment.
Bone must be Immobilized but tissue must be allowed to swell
Traction must be continuous in order to be effective. Do not disconnect unless life-threatening event.