Answer and Explanation:
The following precautions must be taken into account by the doctor in femoral shaft fracture.
- The ends of broken bones are sharp and can cut or tear surrounding blood vessels or nerves.
- ACS (Acute compartment syndrome) may happen which is a painful condition that occurs when pressure within the muscles. Unless the pressure is relieved quickly, permanent disability may result.
- Cleaning of the bone and muscle is required because the bone can become infected.
- The ligaments around the knee can also be injured during a femoral shaft fracture so it must be checked.