The nurse recognizes a need for further instruction about application of ice to a sprain when the patient says:
a. "I know this ice will reduce the swelling."
b. "I will keep the ice on this knee for the rest of the day."
c. "I will use the ice as you have directed for 24 hours."
d. "I can elevate my leg and use ice to reduce swelling."
B
Ice should be applied for 20 minutes of each hour for the first 24 hours.
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