Preventing impaired mobility of the extremity

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The RN is evaluating a patient who has an elastic bandage on the hand. The RN palpates the extremity and assesses the patient's pulse, temperature, and capillary refill. Which explanation could provide the rationale for the nurse's action? Assessing for impaired circulation distal to the elastic bandage. Preventing impaired mobility of the extremity. Preventing any skin breakdown under the elastic bandage. Assessing for increased wound drainage under the bandage.

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