Treatment of the client who had a fat embolism from a fracture consists of bed rest, oxygen, and:
a. traction
b. intravenous (IV) fluids
c. surgery
d. passive exercises of all nonaffected joints
B
Signs and symptoms of a fat embolism include severe pain, dyspnea, restlessness, cyanosis, shock, and petechiae over the neck, upper arms, and chest. Treatment consists of bed rest, oxygen, and intravenous (IV) fluids.
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