The nurse is providing teaching for a patient with a forearm cast. What information does the nurse give to the patient?
a) The hand should be elevated above the shoulder when resting.
b) Use an ice pack for the first 6 to 8 hours, and cover the ice pack with a towel to absorb condensation.
c) The sling should distribute the weight over a large area of the shoulders and trunk.
d) Limit movement of the fingers or wrist joints to prevent pain.
Answer: c) The sling should distribute the weight over a large area of the shoulders and trunk.
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