Physiological IntegrityQuestion 80 of 120
A client with a fractured femur suddenly develops shortness of breath, chest pain, and confusion. What complication should the nurse suspect?
a.Constipation
b.Mild anxiety
c.Urinary retention
d.Fat or pulmonary embolism
Explanation
Sudden dyspnea, chest pain, and confusion after a long-bone fracture may indicate a fat or pulmonary embolism, a medical emergency. These symptoms are not explained by constipation or urinary retention. Rapid recognition and response are critical.
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