Which of the following statements indicates that more discharge teaching is needed for the patient receiving traditional treatment in the emergency department for a sprained ankle?
A) "I should stay off my foot and rest my ankle."
B) "Wrapping my ankle with a compression bandage will reduce swelling."
C) "I will keep my ankle elevated."
D) "I will apply heat to my ankle."
D) "I will apply heat to my ankle."
Explanation: A) Traditional treatment has been through the use of RICE: rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
B) Traditional treatment has been through the use of RICE: rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
C) Traditional treatment has been through the use of RICE: rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
D) Traditional treatment has been through the use of RICE: rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
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