A Patient with Circumferential Burns of Both Legs Develops a Decrease

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient with circumferential burns of both legs develops a decrease in dorsalis pedis pulse strength and numbness in the toes. Which action should the nurse take first?

• A)Monitor the pulses every hour.
• B)Notify the health care provider.
• C)Elevate both legs above heart level with pillows.
• D)Encourage the patient to flex and extend the toes.

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