You have been assigned to apply a cold pack to Mr. Sanchez's swollen ankle. Mr. Sanchez is mentally confused. After the application has been in place for several minutes, Mr. Sanchez tells you that the cold application hurts. You should:

A. disregard the comment, as he is confused.
B. tell him that this is normal.
C. stop the application and notify the nurse.
D. ask another nursing assistant for advice.


Answer: C

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