A patient had hand surgery to correct a Dupuytren's contracture. What nursing intervention is a priority postoperatively?
a) Applying a cock-up splint and immobilization
b) Changing the dressing
c) Having the patient exercise the fingers to avoid future contractures
d) Performing hourly neurovascular assessments for the first 24 hours
Answer: d) Performing hourly neurovascular assessments for the first 24 hours
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