A patient with a long leg cast is exhibiting signs of compartment syndrome. What should the nurse prepare to aid in the treatment of the patient?
A) extra pillows to elevate the casted extremity above the heart
B) Doppler to assess the strength of peripheral pulses
C) straps to wrap around the bivalved cast
D) percussion hammer to assess reflexes for damage
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