A Patient Sustains Fractures to the Ribs, Both Femurs, and One

question 18

Multiple Choice

A patient sustains fractures to the ribs, both femurs, and one humerus. When planning care for this patient's immunologic status, the nurse should include which of the following?

• A)Monitor complete blood count daily.
• B)Limit food rich in iron.
• C)Perform passive range of motion to unaffected extremities.
• D)Keep on bed rest.

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