A nurse assesses a client who had an intraosseous catheter placed in the left leg.Which assessment finding is of greatest concern?

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Compartment syndrome is a condition in which increased tissue perfusion in a confined anatomic space causes decreased blood flow to the area.A cool extremity can signal the possibility of this syndrome.All other findings are important; however,the possible development of compartment syndrome requires immediate intervention because the client could require amputation of the limb if the nurse does not correctly assess this perfusion problem.

A Nurse Assesses a Client Who Had an Intraosseous Catheter