A client is diagnosed with a peripheral nerve injury. Which of the following will the nurse most likely assess in this client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Paresthesias
2. Paralysis
3. Hypotension
4. Cardiac dysrhythmias
5. Paresis
6. Pain
1, 2, 5, 6
Paresthesias, paralysis, paresis, and pain are common results of nerve injuries and the degree of dysfunction associated with each of these findings will vary and may change according to the injury. Hypotension and cardiac dysrhythmias are not common assessment findings with a peripheral nerve injury.
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