Which of the following fractures would benefit from the use of skin traction?

Asking the physical therapist for input on the patient's progress demonstrates effective nursing collaboration. The physical therapist's expertise is valuable in assessing the patient's response to range of motion exercises in traction.

a. Taking over the physical therapist's role in performing the exercises is not appropriate, as each healthcare professional has a specific scope of practice and should work collaboratively.

b. Informing the physical therapist that the exercises are unnecessary disregards the physical therapist's expertise and is not conducive to effective collaboration.

d. Disregarding the physical therapist's recommendations undermines the collaborative effort and diminishes the potential benefits of working together.

Weak pedal pulses in the affected leg indicate a potential vascular compromise and are concerning in a patient with skin traction. It may indicate reduced blood flow, and immediate intervention is required to ensure proper circulation to the extremity.

a. Capillary refill time of less than 2 seconds is a normal finding and indicates adequate peripheral circulation. It is not indicative of a complication.

c. Symmetrical pedal pulses bilaterally are a positive finding and suggest good vascular status in both legs. It is not a potential complication.

d. Tingling sensation in the toes may be a normal sensation and does not necessarily indicate a complication unless it is accompanied by other neurovascular changes.