The nurse assesses a patient 22 hours after skeletal traction was applied to the femur.Which clinical finding is inconsistent with the patient's baseline data but acceptable to the nurse?

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Clear drainage after pin insertion is an acceptable clinical finding after an invasive procedure because it reflects the process of drainage produced with punctures.Decreased sensation is consistent with clinical indicators for neurovascular impairment from nerve compression or irritation.Lower leg pallor and a weaker pedal pulse indicate compression of the affected leg from edema and the original trauma.Patient anxiety related to a procedure is more common before the procedure; however,exposure to new therapy can cause patient anxiety.

The Nurse Assesses a Patient 22 Hours After Skeletal Traction