A 32-Year-Old Patient Who Has Had an Open Reduction and Internal

question 33

Multiple Choice

A 32-year-old patient who has had an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of left lower leg fractures continues to complain of severe pain in the leg 15 minutes after receiving the prescribed IV morphine.Pulses are faintly palpable and the foot is cool.Which action should the nurse take next?

• A) Notify the health care provider.
• B) Assess the incision for redness.
• C) Reposition the left leg on pillows.
• D) Check the patient's blood pressure.

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