A Client with a Left Lower Leg Fracture in a Cast

question 29

Multiple Choice

A client with a left lower leg fracture in a cast for 3 days complains to the nurse that the pain medication does not relieve the pain any more. The priority action by the nurse would be to

• A) administer more analgesics.
• B) do a neurovascular assessment.
• C) elevate the cast on pillows.
• D) notify the physician.

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