The nurse should assess a patient with a long leg cast for signs that indicate compromised circulation to include which of the following? Select all that apply Select all that apply.

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The nurse should assess a patient with a long leg cast for signs that indicate compromised circulation to include which of the following? Select all that apply  Select all that apply.

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Swelling of the toes and a tight cast may indicate compromised circulation in a patient with a long leg cast. Drainage, foul odor, and increased temperature may indicate infection, but not necessarily compromised circulation.

The Nurse Should Assess a Patient with a Long Leg