Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client in an orthopedic unit.
Answer Choices:
Rationale:
✯ The client has decreased perfusion (cool foot, delayed cap refill, numbness, no pulses), indicating neurovascular compromise.
✯ These are hallmark signs of compartment syndrome, a surgical emergency caused by increased pressure in a closed muscle compartment.
✯ Early diagnosis is critical to prevent ischemia and permanent damage to nerves and muscles.
✯ Prompt action such as reporting to the provider and preparing for fasciotomy is essential.
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This question is from RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor~2025 Exam 2 which contains 143 questions.
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI EXIT Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor Exam(s)~2025
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