When the 8-year-old complains of the rough edges of the cast cutting her fingers, the nurse should:
a. Tape adhesive over the fingers
b. Shake a small amount of powder into the cast
c. Soften the edge of the cast with warm oil and remold the cast
d. Apply adhesive "petals" around the edge of the cast
D
"Petaling" a cast with adhesive tape will reduce the discomfort of rough edges against the patient's skin.
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