After a patient with a left femur fracture has a hip spica cast applied, which nursing intervention will be included in the plan of care?

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Assessment of bowel tones, abdominal pain, and nausea and vomiting will detect the development of cast syndrome. To avoid breakage, the 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.

After a Patient with a Left Femur Fracture Has a Hip