A patient in the ambulatory clinic is diagnosed with a muscle strain. What actions should the nurse instruct the patient to do to treat this injury? (Select all that apply.)
a. Rest the limb.
b. Elevate the limb.
c. Apply heat for 1 hour.
d. Apply ice to the area.
e. Wrap with an elastic bandage.
ANS: A, B, D, E
RICE is an acronym for rest, ice, compression, and elevation which is the therapy for strain injuries. Immediately after a strain, the injured area should be rested to protect it. Ice should be applied to decrease pain, swelling, and inflammation. Applying an elastic bandage for compression and elevating the affected area provide support and minimize swelling. C. After inflammation subsides, heat application (15 to 30 minutes four times a day) brings increased blood flow to the injured area for healing. Heat should not be immediately applied for 1 hour.
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