Restorative careQuestion 632 of 1700

How should a cone for preventing hand contracture be placed?

  1. Pushed firmly into the closed fingers
  2. Placed on the back of the hand and wrist
  3. Placed gently, not forced
  4. Taped to the wrist and held tight
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Correct answer: Placed gently, not forced

The cone is placed gently and is not forced into the fingers.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 9.4: Complications of Immobility

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026