A Patient with a Stable,closed Fracture of the Humerus Caused

question 52

Multiple Choice

A patient with a stable,closed fracture of the humerus caused by trauma to the arm has a temporary splint with bulky padding applied with an elastic bandage.The nurse suspects compartment syndrome and notifies the health care provider when the patient experiences

• A) pain at the fracture site.
• B) increasing warmth and redness of the skin.
• C) muscle spasms of the lower arm.
• D) pain when the nurse passively extends the fingers.

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