Clients who have casts applied to the lower extremities must be monitored for complications. Which finding during assessment of the extremities of these clients is indicative of a complication? (Select all that apply.)

1. Warmth

2. Numbness

3. Skin desquamation

4. Generalized discomfort

5. Prolonged capillary refill

Numbness and prolonged capillary refill.

Explanation:

The lower extremity of the body includes the part of the body tip to the toes. The complication in the lower body parts can affect the movement of the individual.

The problem or complication in lower body parts include numbness and capillary refill. The numbness known as the loss of sensation in the lower body parts indicates the complication. The prolonged capillary refill indicates the state of shock.

Thus, the correct answer is option (2) and (5).