During application of a synthetic cast to the lower leg, the client complains of heat inside the cast. Which does the nurse use for a suitable response to the client?
1. Reflect the client's message.
2. Reassure client that it is expected.
3. Perform client pain assessment.
4. State that heat dissipates in a day.
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2 and 4. The nurse instructs the client that the heat is normal and the result of a chemical reaction between the synthetic materials and water. The nurse also states the heat should diminish as the cast dries or within 20-30 minutes.
1. Reflecting the client's message is a reasonable response; however, the nurse re-sponds properly by informing the client that the heat is expected.
3. A pain assessment is a reasonable response but does not address the client com-plaint.
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