The nurse is caring for a client who has a cast in place after fracturing the radius and the client asks when the cast can be removed. Which of the following information related to the length of time that the cast will need to remain in place should thenursetell the client?

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Bone healing starts immediately after the injury, but since ossification does not begin until 3 weeks postinjury, the cast will need to be worn for at least 3 weeks. Complete union may take up to a year. Resolution of swelling does not indicate bone healing.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has a Cast