Which Nursing Action Is Appropriate When Treating a School-Aged Child

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which nursing action is appropriate when treating a school-aged child diagnosed with hemophilia for a superficial wound above the knee?

• A) Applying pressure to the area
• B) Applying a warm,moist pack to the area
• C) Performing some passive range of motion to the affected leg
• D) Keeping the affected extremity in a dependent position

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