A nurse's management of injuries and postoperative care depend on the application and management of bandages. A nurse is required to apply a bandage to a client who has injured a leg in an accident. What type of bandage is preferred for the client?
A) Elastic roller bandage
B) Antiembolism stockings
C) T-binder
D) Montgomery straps
A
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An elastic roller bandage, not antiembolism stockings, T-binder, or Montgomery straps, is preferable for the client who has injured the leg, because is applies direct pressure over the wound, thereby preventing excess blood loss from the wound.
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