A patient is admitted to the emergency department with possible fractures of the bones of the left lower extremity.Before initiating treatment for the patient,what is it most important for the nurse to do?

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Checking neurovascular status distal to the injury is the priority because it assesses blood flow and nerve function to the affected limb, which could be compromised due to the fracture. This assessment is essential before initiating any further intervention such as splinting or elevating the limb. Assessing tetanus immunization status is important but not the most crucial at this time.

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