A patient is diagnosed with epicondylitis. Which treatment may be indicated for this patient? Select all that apply.
A. Arm splint to be used while awake
B. Morphine sulfate 4 mg IV
C. Ibuprofen 600 mg twice daily
D. Surgical repair
E. Ice followed by heat
Answer: E
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