The nurse is collecting data from a patient suspected of developing a fat embolus from a fracture of the right femur. Which manifestations should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
a. Petechiae
b. A migraine
c. Tachycardia
d. Mental confusion
e. Numbness in the right leg
f. Muscle spasms in the right thigh
ANS: A, C, D
The earliest manifestation of fat emboli syndrome (FES) is altered mental status from a low arterial oxygen level. The patient then experiences tachycardia, tachypnea, fever, high blood pressure, severe respiratory distress, and petechiae. B. E. F. These are not manifestations of fat emboli.
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