A nurse is caring for a client who has a spinal cord injury. Which of the following support devices should the nurse plan to use to prevent plantar flexion contractures?

Rationale: A. Trochanter roll: A trochanter roll is used to prevent external rotation of the hips in clients who are immobile. It does not support the feet or ankles and therefore does not prevent plantar flexion contractures. B. Footboard: A footboard helps maintain the foot in a dorsiflexed, neutral position by providing firm support against the soles. This prevents foot drop, a common plantar flexion contracture in clients with limited mobility. C. Sheepskin heel pad: Sheepskin heel pads protect the heels from pressure ulcers by reducing friction and shear but do not maintain ankle alignment or prevent plantar flexion of the feet. D. Abduction pillow: An abduction pillow is placed between the legs to maintain hip alignment after procedures like hip replacement. It offers no support to the feet and does not prevent plantar flexion.