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Traction forces may be represented by vectors. In Hamilton-Russell traction, which of the following vectors is equal in magnitude to the traction force?

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Traction forces may be represented by vectors. In Hamilton-Russell traction, which of the following vectors is equal in magnitude to the traction force?

  1. The component of the patient’s weight that is perpendicular to the bed.
  2. The component of the patient’s weight that is parallel to the bed.
  3. The vector in A. subtracted from the patient’s weight.
  4. The resulting vector when the vectors in A. and B. are added.
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2022-10-22
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B: By elevating the foot of the bed, the patient tends to slide towards the head of the bed which is opposite to the direction of traction pull. 

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