A Patient Has Been Casted to Stabilize a Fracture of the Right

Multiple Choice

A patient has been casted to stabilize a fracture of the right radius and ulna.The nurse assesses a capillary refill of 5 seconds and cold fingers of the right hand.Which initial intervention should the nurse deploy?

A) Notify the charge nurse of a probable compartment syndrome.
B) Apply a warm compress to the fingers to relieve swelling.
C) Elevate the right hand to heart level to maintain arterial pressure.
D) Cut the cast off to release constriction.