A Client with a New Cast for His Fractured Ulna

question 5

Multiple Choice

A client with a new cast for his fractured ulna tells the nurse that he cannot feel his fingers. The nurse should initially

• A) check for capillary refill in the client's fingers.
• B) notify the physician immediately.
• C) reassure the client that this is normal.
• D) remove the padding around the fingers to increase space.

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Definitions:

Participant Observation

A qualitative research method in which the researcher immerses themselves in a community or group to observe and participate in its activities.

Semi-Covert

Partially hidden or not openly acknowledged activities or operations, maintaining some level of secrecy or confidentiality.

Covert

Activities or operations carried out secretly or without open acknowledgment.

Qualitative

A research approach focusing on understanding phenomena through observation and interpretation, often dealing with complexities of human behavior and social contexts.