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The patient has suffered a spinal cord injury and needs to be repositioned through the log-rolling technique to keep the spinal column in straight alignment.Which of the following is the proper technique for nurses to perform log-rolling?
A) Obtaining assistance from at least two or three other people.
B) Having the patient reach for the opposite side rail when turning.
C) Moving the top part of the patient's torso,then the bottom part.
D) Not using pillows after turning because the softness causes misalignment.
Spinal Cord Injury
Injury to the spinal cord causing a reduction in abilities, like movement or feeling, beneath the injury site.
Log-Rolling Technique
A method of moving a patient by rolling them along their longitudinal axis, used to maintain spinal alignment for patients with suspected spinal injuries.
Spinal Column
The spinal column, also known as the vertebral column, is a complex structure in the human body that supports the head, encloses and protects the spinal cord, and provides flexibility and movement.
- Understand the appropriate methods for positioning and moving patients to preserve proper body alignment and avoid harm.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the appropriate methods for positioning and moving patients to preserve proper body alignment and avoid harm.
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