The nurse is caring for a client with an intraosseous catheter placed in the leg 20 hours ago.Which assessment is of greatest concern?

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Compartment syndrome is a condition in which increased tissue perfusion in a confined anatomic space causes decreased blood flow to the area.A cool extremity can signal the possibility of this syndrome.All other distractors are important.However,the possible development of a compartment syndrome requires immediate intervention because the client could require amputation of the limb if the nurse does not pick up this perfusion problem.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with an Intraosseous