MrGranger Is a 65-Year-Old Client Hospitalized with Multiple Fractures Suffered

question 9

Multiple Choice

Mr.Granger is a 65-year-old client hospitalized with multiple fractures suffered in a motor vehicle accident.He calls the nurse and complains of pain and burning in the right calf area.What action should be taken by the nurse?

• A)Percuss over the area for change in tone
• B)Deeply palpate the area for rebound tenderness
• C)Measure the calf and compare to the opposite calf
• D)Medicate the client for pain and reassess in 30 minutes

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