The nurse is monitoring an ice bag being used on a client's ankle. The treatment should be discontinued immediately if the client complains of what type of pain?
A) Dull
B) Sharp
C) Burning
D) Stabbing
C
Feedback:
In the event of client complaints of burning pain, treatment should be stopped immediately and the provider notified. Burning pain indicates tissue ischemia (lack of blood supply) and may lead to tissue necrosis (tissue death). Untreated, this can lead to gangrene and necessitate amputation.
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