Which nursing intervention will be included in the plan of care after a patient with a right femur fracture has a hip spica cast applied?

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Assessment of bowel sounds,abdominal pain,and nausea and vomiting will detect the development of abdominal cast syndrome. To avoid breakage,the cast support bar should not be used for repositioning. After the cast dries,the patient can begin ambulating with the assistance of physical therapy personnel and may be turned to the prone position.

Which Nursing Intervention Will Be Included in the Plan of Care