Contracture Development Leading to Impaired Physical Mobility Can Occur After

Contracture development leading to impaired physical mobility can occur after a major burn injury.Splints are applied to prevent or correct contractures.Priority nursing actions concerning this therapy include

A) daily assessment for proper fit and effectiveness.
B) splints should only be removed during showers and dressing changes.
C) allowing for frequent breaks from splint use with a 1 hour on, 1 hour off schedule.
D) splints will take the place of passive and active range of motion during the rehabilitation phase.

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