Mr. Jackson was admitted two days ago, brought to the Emergency Department (ED) by ambulance after being struck by a vehicle while riding his motorcycle. He has suffered a fractured right tibia and fibula, and was taken to the OR on admission for an open reduction and internal fixation of the leg. Pins have been placed surgically through the bone above and below the fracture site to immobilize the bone as per radiological studies in EHR. Mr. Jackson has multiple lacerations to his right upper leg and is complaining of pain. What assessment findings have already been documented regarding this patient in the electronic medical record? what would your priority assessment be?
[Answered]: Mr. Jackson was admitted two days ago, brought to the
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