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11 years ago
The nurse is teaching family members how to care for their infant in a Pavlik harness to treat congenital developmental dysplasia of the hip. The nurse will include in the parental education to
1. Apply lotion or powder to minimize skin irritation.
2. Put clothing over the harness for maximum effectiveness of the device.
3. Check at least two or three times a day for red areas under the straps.
4. Place a diaper over the harness, preferably using a thin superabsorbent disposable diaper.
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11 years ago
3 Rightwards Arrow The brace should be checked two or three times for red areas under the straps. Lotion or powder can contribute to skin breakdown. A light layer of clothing should be under the brace, not over. The diaper should also be under the brace.
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