The nurse is caring for a preschool child with a cast applied recently for a fractured tibia.Which assessment findings indicate possible compartment syndrome? (Select all that apply.)
A) Palpable distal pulse
B) Capillary refill to extremity of

Question

The nurse is caring for a preschool child with a cast applied recently for a fractured tibia.Which assessment findings indicate possible compartment syndrome? (Select all that apply.)
A) Palpable distal pulse
B) Capillary refill to extremity of <3 seconds
C) Severe pain not relieved by analgesics
D) Tingling of extremity
E) Inability to move extremity

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Indications of compartment syndrome are severe pain not relieved by analgesics,tingling of extremity,and inability to move extremity.A palpable distal pulse and capillary refill to the extremity of <3 seconds are expected findings.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Preschool Child with a Cast