👩🏻‍⚕️Cathy explains what compartment syndrome is, symptoms of compartment syndrome, and how compartment syndrome is treated.⚕️ Did you find this helpful? Let us know in the comments. 📱bit.ly/medsurgcards #NCLEX #MedSurg #Pediatrics #HESI #Kaplan #ATI #NursingSchool #NursingStudent⁠ #Nurse #RN #PN #Education #LVN #LPN #NurseEducator | Level Up RN

🩺 Curious about what causes compartment syndrome? Cathy is here to break it down for you! 🌟 In this video, she answers a student’s question, explaining the key factors behind this serious condition. Are you a nursing student or just interested in learning more? We got you. 📚👩‍⚕️ bit.ly/medsurgcards #NursingEducation #CompartmentSyndrome #NurseCathy #LevelUpRN #NursingSchool #MedicalKnowledge #NursingStudent #NurseEducator #NCLEX #HESI #ATI #KAPLAN #medsurg | Level Up RN

COMPARTMENT SYNDROME 🧠 Follow @nursewellversed for visual nursing education! Acute Compartment Syndrome is a rapid increase in pressure within a muscle compartment due to bleeding or swelling, leading to compressed blood vessels and nerves → decreased tissue perfusion. 🔹 Causes: * Fractures (most common in tibial fractures) * Restricting bandages * Crush injuries * Burns * Bleeding disorders * IV infiltration ⚠️ Symptoms: Remember the 6 P’s! 🟥 Pain – Usually on passive stretch (early sign) 🟨