A patient who has had open reduction and internal fixation (…
A patient who has had open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of left lower leg fractures continues to complain of severe pain in the leg 15 minutes after receiving the prescribed IV morphine. Pulses are not palpable and the foot is coldl to the touch. Which action should the nurse take next?
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A client has developed severe pain that has not been relieved by the ordered narcotic analgesic, sluggish capillary refill, weak pulses, and numbness below the casted limb. A nurse should suspect the client has developed which fracture complication?
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The nurse is assisting with the discharge of a patient from a clinic after evaluation of a perforated eardrum. The patient is advised not to shower. Which of these, if stated by a patient, indicates to the nurse correct understanding of the teaching?
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