A patient with a casted, fractured left leg asks why the leg has to be elevated. What should the nurse respond to this patient?
a. "Decreases swelling."
b. "Prevents cast cracking."
c. "Increases your comfort."
d. "Allows the cast to dry evenly."
ANS: A
A casted limb is elevated for 24 to 48 hours, and ice can be applied above and below the cast to reduce swelling. B. C. D. The limb is not elevated to prevent cast cracking, promote comfort, or to allow the cast to dry evenly.
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