Question

A patient with a fractured tibia accompanied by extensive soft tissue damage

initially has a splint applied and held in place with an elastic bandage Which of
the following early sign that would alert the nurse that the patient is developing
compartment syndrome?
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Answer 1

Answer: Compartment syndrome occurs due to the buildup of pressure caused by internal bleeding or swelling of tissues. Signs that would alert a nurse if a patient was developing compartment syndrome are pain, pallor (pale skin tone), paresthesia (numbness feeling), pulselessness (faint pulse) and paralysis (weakness with movements).

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