According to the P.O.L.I.C.E. formula, for a mild ankle sprain you should

A. rest the injured area for 24 to 72 hours.
B. apply ice for 20 minutes after 24 hours.
C. apply elastic wrap at bedtime and leave it on overnight.
D. raise the ankle above the level of the heart when possible.
E. resume exercise after 48 hours.


A. rest the injured area for 24 to 72 hours.

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