The nurse plans care for the client after a fracture. Which does the nurse include in the plan of care to facilitate bone healing?
1. Decrease client protein and calcium intake.
2. Restrict physical activity of exposed joints.
3. Minimize repositioning of affected extremity.
4. Check movement and color of affected tissue.
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4. The nurse performs neurovascular assessments of the affected tissue on a regular basis to maintain tissue perfusion because inadequate tissue oxygenation impairs bone healing. The nurse performs the assessments frequently for early detection of impairment to prevent deterioration potentially resulting in necrosis or tissue loss.
1. The nurse provides the client with a well-balanced diet including high-quality pro-tein and enough calcium to maintain normal bone strength and accommodate bone healing.
2. The nurse encourages active range of motion and assists with passive range of mo-tion to maintain joint flexibility, promote perfusion, and prevent muscle wasting and deconditioning.
3. The nurse repositions the affected extremity every 2-3 hours or less to prevent im-paired skin integrity and misshaping the cast.
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