A client with a left arm fracture complains of severe diffuse pain that is unrelieved by pain medication. On further assessment, the nurse notes that the client experiences increased pain during passive motion, compared with active motion, of the left arm. On the basis of these assessment findings, which action should the nurse take first?
A. Contacting the health care provider
B. Reassessing the client in 30 minutes
C. Checking to see whether it is time for more pain medication
D. Encouraging the client to continue active range of motion exercises of the left arm
Answer: A. Contacting the health care provider
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