Which of the following physician's orders would the nurse anticipate in cases of osteomyelitis to minimize pain and decrease the speed of infection by lymph channels?
a. ice packs to the affected limb c. splinting of the limb
b. heat to the affected limb d. intravenous pain medication
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A Incorrect. The nurse would not anticipate applying ice packs to the affected limb.
B Incorrect. The nurse would not anticipate applying heat to the affected limb.
C Correct. Splinting of the limb minimizes pain and decreases the spread of infection to the lymph channels. The splint should be removed periodically to allow movement and to prevent stiffening and muscle atrophy.
D Incorrect. Intravenous pain medication would relieve the pain associated with osteomyelitis but would not decrease the speed of infection by lymph channels.
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