A 67-year-old female complains of severe left lower leg pain. She states that she was walking across the room when she suddenly heard a "crack" and felt excruciating pain in her leg. Her left tibia appears to be deformed and ecchymotic, as well as tender on palpation. Her vital signs are: pulse 96, respirations 28, blood pressure 168/74, and SpO2 98%. Additionally, she states that her doctor told
her that the steroids she takes can weaken her bones, placing her at greater risk for fractures. Appropriate care for this patient would include:
A) high-concentration oxygen by mask.
B) full immobilization to the long board.
C) direct pressure to the area of injury.
D) application of a splint to the leg.
D
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