Nursing · Postoperative Care
The nurse notes that a patient's peripheral pulse distal to the arterial catheter insertion site is weak and the limb is cool to the touch. What is the priority nursing action?
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- 1Elevate the extremity above the level of the heart
- 2Apply ice packs over the site and re-evaluate in 15 minutes
- 3Massage the affected extremity gently to restore flow
- 4Notify the healthcare provider immediately✓
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Notify the healthcare provider immediately
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