Which Nursing Intervention Is Appropriate to Assess for Neurovascular Competency

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which nursing intervention is appropriate to assess for neurovascular competency in a child who fell off the monkey bars at school and hurt his arm?

• A) The degree of motion and ability to position the extremity
• B) The length, diameter, and shape of the extremity
• C) The amount of swelling noted in the extremity and pain intensity
• D) The skin color, temperature, movement, sensation, and capillary refill of the extremity