General information Teaching 2485
Monitor circulation r/t compression dressing. Report if dressing is tight and constricting esp. in back of leg. Check color of feet and report if bluish or purple in color. Report any c/o numbness or tingling. Dressing should be removed immediately if any s/s occur. and notify doctor or nurse.
Reviewed November 2019
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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