The nurse is admitting a patient to the unit who presented with a lower extremity fracture. What signs and symptoms best represent peroneal nerve injury?
A) Numbness and burning of the foot
B) Numbness and burning of the hand
C) Cyanotic toes
D) Inadequate capillary refill
Ans: A
Feedback: Peroneal nerve injury may result in numbness, tingling, and burning in the feet. Cyanosis and decreased capillary refill are signs of inadequate circulation.
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