What would the nurse include when instructing parents about positioning their toddler who has just had a body spica cast applied?
a. Prop the child upright with pillows for meals.
b. Use the bar between the legs to turn the child.
c. Put the child on her abdomen to sleep.
d. Change the child's position frequently.
ANS: D
The child's position must be changed frequently to relieve pressure and promote circulation.
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