The client has frostbite on one cheek. After the frostbite has thawed, a few small blisters appear in the area. What action should the nurse take?
A. Notify the physician.
B. Leave the blisters intact and offer the client an oral analgesic.
C. Apply ice or cold compresses to the area to prevent extension of the injury.
D. Break the blisters and apply a topical antibiotic ointment to prevent infection.
B
Blisters are left intact as a protective barrier to the injured skin beneath. Ice or cold compresses could extend the injury.
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