A patient with a tibia fracture was placed in an external fixator 24 hours ago. The nurse is completing pin care and notices redness at the pin site and a small amount of serous drainage. What action by the nurse is appropriate?
a) Notify the physician.
b) Assess patient's hemoglobin and hematocrit.
c) Prepare for surgical removal of the fixator.
d) Document the findings.
Answer: D
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