A Nurse Cares for a Client with a Fractured Fibula

question 11

Multiple Choice

A nurse cares for a client with a fractured fibula.Which assessment should alert the nurse to take immediate action?

• A) Pain of 4 on a scale of 0 to 10
• B) Numbness in the extremity
• C) Swollen extremity at the injury site
• D) Feeling cold while lying in bed

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Definitions:

Informal Role

A role or function assumed by an individual within a group without formal recognition or assignment, often based on the individual's personal qualities or actions.

A Norm

A standard or pattern of behavior that is typical within a specific group, community, or society.

Staff Development

Staff development involves activities and programs designed to improve the performance and abilities of employees in a work setting.

A Clique

A small, exclusive group of individuals characterized by shared interests or common goals, often leading to exclusionary behavior.