What actions should the nurse perform while caring for a school-age child who sprained his ankle playing football? Select all that apply
a. Turn the child every 1 to 2 hours.
b. Assist with range-of-motion exercises every 2 hours.
c. Apply ice to the affected ankle.
d. Wrap the ankle with an Ace bandage.
e. Elevate the affected extremity.
C, D, E
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Correct The child with a soft tissue injury in the first 6 to 12 hours is treated by
controlling the swelling and reducing muscle damage. The acronym
"RICE" summarizes the care needed: rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
Incorrect During the acute phase of the injury, the child is not moved frequently and
range-of-motion exercises would not be done. The child with a soft tissue
injury in the first 6 to 12 hours is treated by controlling the swelling and
reducing muscle damage.
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