Posted: August 17th, 2017

Which of the following devices is designed specifically to support and immobilize a body part in a desired position?

Which of the following devices is designed specifically to support and immobilize a body part in a desired position?
a) Splint
A splint may be applied to a fractured extremity initially until swelling subsides.
b) Brace
A brace is an externally applied device to support a body part, control movement, andprevent injury.
c) Continuous passive motion (CPM) device
A CPM device is an instrument that moves a body part to promote healing and circulation.
d) Trapeze
A trapeze is an overhead patient-helping device to promote patient mobility in bed.