Question

A patient returns to the emergency department 24 hours after casting of a right wrist fracture. The patient is complaining of pain, swelling, and his fingers tingling. The nurse assesses the patient's arm and notices that the patient's fingers are dusky and pulses are poor. Which of the following is the appropriate nursing intervention?

Accepted Answer

Prepare the patient for cast removal.

Answer

Elevate the patient’s arm above the level of the heart.

Answer

Place a warm towel on the patient’s arm and reassess in 30 minutes.

Answer

Take the patient’s blood pressure of the affected arm.

Question 21 - Musculoskeletal/​Neurological/​Psychosocial Practice Test for the CCRN

Question 21 - Musculoskeletal/Neurological/Psychosocial Practice Test for the CCRN