Post-Operative Hip Fracture Complications
Orthopedic Surgical Unit
1000: Client is 2 days post-operative following an open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) of the right hip. Currently resting in bed. Client reports sudden onset of sharp chest pain upon inspiration. Lung sounds clear to auscultation bilaterally. Right lower extremity with surgical dressing dry and intact. Client appears anxious and is diaphoretic.
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