The client with a right open fractured elbow has a long term arm cast and is...
The client with a right open fractured elbow has a long term arm cast and is complaining of unrelenting severe pain and feeling as if the fingers are sleep. Which complications should the nurse suspect that the client is experiencing?
A. Fat embolism
B. Compartment syndrome
C. Pressure ulcer cast
D. Surgical infection
Homework Answers
Option B is correct as in this case the client is showing the symptoms of the Compartment syndrome, leading to obstruction in the arterial blood flow especially to the forearm & hand. Also the tendon & nerves are severely contracted causing the unrelenting severe pain and feeling of fingers is sleep. There is needed to contact physician immediately.
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