A Boy Who Has Fractured His Forearm Is Unable to Extend

question 32

Multiple Choice

A boy who has fractured his forearm is unable to extend his fingers.The nurse knows that this

• A) is normal following this type of injury.
• B) may indicate compartment syndrome.
• C) may indicate fat embolism.
• D) may indicate damage to the epiphyseal plate.

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