Free BCEN Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) Practice Question
Management of a patient with a nail gun injury to the thigh should always include assessment for potential damage to underlying structures, such as nerves and blood vessels.
This statement is correct because penetrating injuries, such as those caused by nail guns, can cause extensive damage to underlying soft tissues, vessels, and nerves. Effective management must include a thorough assessment for potential internal damage, which may not be immediately obvious, to prevent complications like bleeding, infection, or loss of limb function.
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BCEN Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) /
Musculoskeletal and Wound Emergencies
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