The nurse is preparing an ice bag to apply to the client's sprained left ankle. How should the nurse fill the bag?
1. One-third full of ice, and add water to make it more pliable
2. One-half to two-thirds full of crushed ice
3. Completely full to make it last longer
4. One-third to two-thirds full of ice cubes
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Rationale 1: Adding water to the bag adds weight, which could make it uncomfortable for the client.
Rationale 2: The bag should be filled one-half to two-thirds full of crushed ice in order to make it more pliable.
Rationale 3: If the bag is filled completely full, it will be too stiff to stay in place.
Rationale 4: If the bag is filled with ice cubes it will be too stiff to stay in place.
Global Rationale: The bag should be filled one-half to two-thirds full of crushed ice in order to make it more pliable. Adding water to the bag also adds weight, which could make it uncomfortable for the client. If the bag is filled completely full, or ice cubes were used, it will be too stiff to stay in place.
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