How Frequently Should the Nurse Check the Operative Extremity in the Immediate

question 29

Multiple Choice

How frequently should the nurse check the operative extremity in the immediate postoperative period for a patient who has had surgical intervention for peripheral artery disease?

• A) Every 10 minutes
• B) Every 15 minutes
• C) Every 30 minutes
• D) Every 60 minutes

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