Two days after an accident in which a client sustained multiple injuries, including fractures, the client becomes confused and dyspneic and has a fever of 103.4° F. The nurse assesses that the client has developed
A) a fat embolism.
B) a pulmonary embolism.
C) compartment syndrome.
D) wound infection.

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Manifestations of confusion, hypoxia, and fever may indicate a fat embolism in a client with multiple fractures.

Two Days After an Accident in Which a Client Sustained