A nurse is providing discharge education to a patient who is going home with a cast on his leg. What teaching point should the nurse emphasize in the teaching session?

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Reporting signs of impaired circulation is critical; signs of impaired circulation must be reported to the physician immediately to prevent permanent damage. For this reason, this education is a priority over
exercise and crutch use. The patient does not independently remove the cast.

A Nurse Is Providing Discharge Education to a Patient Who