The patient is brought to the emergency department after having fractured his arm 12 hours ago. The arm is very edematous from the fingers to the elbow, and the patient cannot move it. Initially the nurse should:
a. test range of motion.
b. take the vital signs.
c. place ice packs on the arm.
d. check fingers for capillary refill.
D
Swelling from the fracture can impede circulation.
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