A nurse is providing discharge education to a patient who is going home with a cast on his leg. What teaching point should the nurse emphasize in the teaching session?
A) Using crutches efficiently
B) Exercising joints above and below the cast, as ordered
C) Removing the cast correctly at the end of the treatment period
D) Reporting signs of impaired circulation
Ans: D
Feedback:
Reporting signs of impaired circulation is critical; signs of impaired circulation must be reported to the physician immediately to prevent permanent damage. For this reason, this education is a priority over exercise and crutch use. The patient does not independently remove the cast.
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