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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a femur fracture. The client reports chest pain, restlessness, and dyspnea. The nurse suspects that the client has developed fat embolism syndrome (FES). The nurse should take which action?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Chest pain, restlessness, and dyspnea suggest fat embolism syndrome, a medical emergency. Notifying the physician is critical for rapid intervention. Dependent positioning worsens swelling, hypertonic fluids are unrelated, and loosening dressings helps but is secondary.

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