The nurse explains to a patient with a fracture of the distal shaft of the humerus who is returning for a 4-week checkup that healing is indicated by a. formation of callus. b. complete bony union. c....

The nurse explains to a patient with a fracture of the distal shaft of the humerus who is returning for a 4-week checkup that healing is indicated by

a. formation of callus.

b. complete bony union.

c. hematoma at fracture site.

d. presence of granulation tissue.

An indication of a neurovascular problem noted during assessment of the patient with a fracture is

a. exaggeration of strength with movement.

b. increased redness and heat below the injury.

c. decreased sensation distal to the fracture site.

d. purulent drainage at the site of an open fracture.