Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
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Passage / Scenario
An elderly female patient sustained a fractured hip from a fall accident while taking her shower. She was brought by the EMS to the hospital and was admitted to orthopedic unit. She was placed on buck's traction while waiting for hip replacement.Which of the following nursing interventions should receive priority?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Hourly neurovascular assessments are critical to detect complications like impaired circulation or nerve damage in the affected leg, especially with traction.