Following a Spinal Cord Injury a Patient Is Placed in Halo

Multiple Choice

Following a spinal cord injury a patient is placed in halo traction. While performing pin site care, the nurse notes that one of the traction pins has become detached. The nurse would be correct in implementing what priority nursing action?

A) Complete the pin site care to decrease risk of infection.
B) Notify the neurosurgeon of the occurrence.
C) Stabilize the head in a lateral position.
D) Reattach the pin to prevent further head trauma.