Question

CASE STUDY PROGRESS K.B. is transferred to the pediatric ICU and treated for changes in her neurologic status. The following day her primary care provider (PCP) determines she is stable and has her transferred back to the pediatric unit. It is now 36 hours postop. K.B. suddenly begins to complain of extreme pain in her lower right leg. She rates her pain as a 10/10. 8. Which of these findings are early signs of compartment syndrome? (Select all that apply.) a. Diminished pedal pulse b. Macular rash c. Edema d. Paresthesia e. Cap refill less than 2 seconds f. Increased pain

Answer 1

Answer: Diminished pedal pulse, paresthesia, increased pain.

( The first sign of the compartment syndrome mainly shows the symptoms such as severe and intense pain. The pain seems to be abnormal and unbearable. Paresthesia, abnormal pulses, pallor as well as internal bleeding is also the early symptoms.)