ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client who recently returned from surgery for a femur fracture. The client begins to complain of pain, numbness, and tingling to the affected extremity. Upon assessment, the extremity is cold to the touch with no pedal pulse and no motor function. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: C,E
Rationale: Preparing the client to go back to the operating room and notifying the surgeon are appropriate because the symptoms indicate potential compartment syndrome or vascular compromise, which often requires surgical intervention to restore circulation.
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