The nurse is collecting data from a patient suspected of developing a fat embolus from a fracture of the right femur. Which manifestations does the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)

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Petechiae, tachycardia, and mental confusion are common manifestations of a fat embolus. Petechiae can appear on the skin due to small blood vessels being blocked by the fat emboli. Tachycardia and mental confusion can result from the emboli affecting the cardiovascular and central nervous systems, respectively.

The Nurse Is Collecting Data from a Patient Suspected of Developing