[Solved]: A client sustains a fracture of one arm and the…

A client sustains a fracture of one arm and the primary health care provider applies a synthetic cast to the extremity. What will the nurse teach the client to do during the first 24 hours after discharge from the emergency department? Monitor neuromuscular status for decreased circulation and sensation in the extremity. Apply a heating pad for 15 to 20 minutes four times daily to help with pain. Check the fit of the cast by inserting a tongue blade between the cast and the skin. Keep the cast covered with a soft towel to help it to dry quickly.