SURGICAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
2025 UPDATE
When monitoring Ms. Hughes for possible complications following the surgical
repair of a fracture, it is important for the nurse to be alert for development of
which of the following conditions? (Select all that apply.)
Pulmonary embolism
Compartment syndrome
Deep vein thrombosis
The nurse understands that surgical fixation of fractures carries a risk of infection.
The nurse monitors for which of the following signs and symptoms of infection?
(Select all that apply.)
Swelling
, Redness
Pain
Elevated white blood cell count
The nurse is aware that __________ is/are of immediate concern and could
indicate ________ as a potential complication.
pain 8 out of 10, compartment syndrome
The nurse knows that which follow-up assessment finding with ORIF would need
immediate intervention? (Select all that apply.)