You are caring for a patient wearing a sling to support her arm after a clavicle fracture. What would the nurse instructs the patient to do?
A) Elevate the arm above the shoulder 3 or 4 times daily.
B) Avoid moving the elbow, wrist, and fingers for about 2 months.
C) Engage in active range of motion using the affected bone.
D) Use the arm for light activities within the range of motion.
Ans: A
Feedback: A patient with a clavicle fracture may use a sling to support the arm and relieve the pain. The patient may be permitted to use the arm for light activities within the range of comfort. The patient should not elevate the arm above the shoulder level until the ends of the bones have united at about 6 weeks, but the nurse should encourage the patient to exercise the elbow, wrist, and fingers. Vigorous activity is limited for 3 months.
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