The nurse performing a neurovascular check on a limb in traction would report and document which finding(s)as indicative of altered circulation?
A) Pulse is equal to uncasted limb.
B) Patient is aware of touch and warm and cold application.
C) Limb is cool to the touch.
D) Capillary refill is 5 seconds.
E) Distal limb can flex and extend.

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The limb should be warm,and capillary refill should be less than 3 seconds.

The Nurse Performing a Neurovascular Check on a Limb in Traction