The nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department following a motor vehicle accident who has massive right lower leg swelling. Which of the following actions will the nurse take first?

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The initial action by the nurse will be to assess the circulation to the leg and to observe for any evidence of injury such as fractures or dislocations. After the initial assessment, the other actions may be appropriate based on what is observed during the assessment.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client in the Emergency