NCLEX PN Practice Test Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client 2 days after surgical creation of an arteriovenous fistula in the forearm. Which finding should the nurse report immediately to the health care provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pale skin in the hand (C) suggests vascular compromise, risking fistula failure or ischemia, requiring immediate reporting. Edema (A) is common, a swooshing sound (B) indicates patency, and mild pain (D) is expected.
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