A client who has a compound fracture of the right tibia has…
A client who has a compound fracture of the right tibia has a long-leg fiberglass cast. To reinforce teaching for the client about how to observe and manage his fracture at home, the nurse should include which of the following instructions? a. Use a blow dryer on a moderate heat setting to dry the cast after showering. b. Use a cotton swab to relieve itching under the cast. c. Report any worsening or unrelieved pain. d. Avoid moving the affected leg.