A patient has sustained a long bone fracture. The nurse is preparing a care plan for this patient. Which intervention should the nurse include in the care plan to enhance fracture healing?
A) Limit weight-bearing and exercising
B) Monitor color, temperature, and pulses of the affected extremity
C) Avoid immobilization of the fracture fragments
D) Administration of high doses of corticosteroids
Ans: B
Feedback: The nurse should include monitoring for sufficient blood supply by assessing the color, temperature, and pulses of the affected extremity as adequate blood supply enhances the healing of a fracture. Factors that inhibit fracture healing include inadequate or lack of immobilization of the fracture fragments and administration of corticosteroids. Weight-bearing exercises are encouraged for patients with long bone fractures.
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