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A Patient with Circumferential Burns of Both Arms Develops a Decrease

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A patient with circumferential burns of both arms develops a decrease in radial pulse strength and numbness in the fingers. Which action should the nurse take?


A) Notify the health care provider.
B) Monitor the pulses every 2 hours.
C) Elevate both arms above heart level with pillows.
D) Encourage the patient to flex and extend the fingers.

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