The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Whose Fractured Left

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient whose fractured left femur was surgically managed with intramedullary (I-M) rodding. The nurse would explain which benefits of this type of fixation?. Select all that apply.

• A) It results in only minimal skin scarring.
• B) It does not interfere with range of motion.
• C) It facilitates direct visualization of the fracture.
• D) It reduces the risk of a postsurgical fat embolus.
• E) It allows for early weight bearing.

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