Posted: February 5th, 2018

Fractured right wrist : 3 Important Symptoms to watch out for

A nurse is caring for a client who had a closed reduction of a fractured right wrist followed by the application of a fiberglass cast 12 hours ago. Which finding requires the nurse’s immediate attention?

A. Capillary refill of fingers on right hand is 3 seconds
B. Skin warm to touch and normally colored
C. Client reports prickling sensation in the right hand
D. Slight swelling of fingers of right hand