The nurse is assessing a client with a major burn for complications. What would indicate a cardiovascular complication in this client?
1. Constipation
2. Compartment syndrome
3. Presence of eschar
4. Weight loss
Answer: 2
1. Constipation occurs as a result of decreased GI motility.
2. Compartment syndrome is a complication of the cardiovascular system.
3. Eschar is a substance that covers the burn wound that is debrided.
4. Weight loss would be significant of poor nutrition.
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