A patient reports acute pain and numbness in the left leg.The nurse notes the left leg is pale and cooler than the right leg.What should the nurse do?
A) Notify the RN.
B) Elevate the left leg.
C) Administer pain medication.
D) Apply an extra blanket to the left leg.
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