A nurse is caring for a patient who had an open reduction and internal fixation of the left hip. On the first day post-operation, the patient reports significant pain. Which observation should prompt the nurse to contact the healthcare provider immediately? Group of answer choices The left foot is cold to the touch with 1+ pedal pulse. The dressing on the left hip is intact with a scant amount of serosanguinous drainage. The patient is grimacing and moaning loudly. Swelling at the incision site The patient’s BP is 148/80 mm Hg, with a P of 98 beats per minute
[Answered]: A nurse is caring for a patient who had an open…
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