The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with a Newly

question 6

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with a newly placed plaster leg cast.Which actions by the nurse are part of the nursing care for this client? Select all that apply.

• A)Assess for capillary refill of the toes.
• B)Elevate the casted limb on pillows.
• C)Handle the cast with the palms of the hand.
• D)Lift the cast by gripping the area of the ankle.
• E)Teach about safe items for scratching inside the cast.

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