مريض عنده شك في متلازمة الحيز في الساق. ما الإجراء الصحيح بخصوص وضعية الطرف؟

A client may have compartment syndrome of the leg. What is correct regarding limb position?

1. Apply ice and a compression bandage around it
2. Keep the limb at heart level, loosen dressings
3. Elevate the limb well above heart level
4. Encourage him to walk on it firmly

Answer: B) Keep the limb at heart level, loosen dressings. In compartment syndrome the limb is kept at heart level (high elevation reduces perfusion), casts and dressings are loosened and the surgeon notified for possible fasciotomy.