Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client who has sustained multiple injuries, including a fractured pelvis and femur. Two days later, the client becomes restless and confused. The nurse notes petechiae on the client's neck and chest. The nurse should expect which physician order?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Enzymatic medications are not relevant to this condition. Oxygen therapy is critical as these symptoms suggest fat embolism syndrome, which impairs oxygenation. Anticoagulation therapy is not appropriate for fat embolism syndrome, which differs from thromboembolism. Physical therapy is not an immediate intervention for this acute condition.