A client who had a plaster cast applied to the right arm 3 weeks ago presents to the clinic with an erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)that has increased from 15 to 25 mm/hr.Which is the nurse's best action?

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A rise in the ESR during fracture healing suggests a bone infection or a fat embolism.The nurse should collect all other assessment data that can assist in confirming this diagnosis and then should notify the health care provider.Repeating the laboratory assessment,reapplying the cast,and assessing a platelet count would not be indicated.

A Client Who Had a Plaster Cast Applied to the Right