A Client Is 4 Hours Postoperative After a Femoropopliteal Bypass

question 21

Multiple Choice

A client is 4 hours postoperative after a femoropopliteal bypass.The client reports throbbing leg pain on the affected side,rated as 7/10.What action by the nurse takes priority?

• A) Administer pain medication as ordered.
• B) Assess distal pulses and skin color.
• C) Document the findings in the client's chart.
• D) Notify the surgeon immediately.

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