A Child Is 3 Hours Postoperative,having Had an Open Reduction

question 50

Multiple Choice

A child is 3 hours postoperative,having had an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of a type IV tibial fracture,which is now also casted.Which action by the nurse takes priority?

• A) Assess neurovascular status every hour.
• B) Change IV pain medication to oral pills.
• C) Provide an ice bag for 30 minutes every hour.
• D) Teach parents about activity restrictions.

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