A Patient Has Been Casted to Stabilize a Fracture of the Right

question 14

Multiple Choice

A patient has been casted to stabilize a fracture of the right radius and ulna.The nurse assesses a capillary refill of 5 seconds and cold fingers of the right hand.Which initial intervention should the nurse deploy?

• A) Notify the charge nurse of a probable compartment syndrome.
• B) Apply a warm compress to the fingers to relieve swelling.
• C) Elevate the right hand to heart level to maintain arterial pressure.
• D) Cut the cast off to release constriction.

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