A Client Comes to the Emergency Department Complaining of Pain

question 22

Multiple Choice

A client comes to the Emergency Department complaining of pain in his left ankle. The client states, "I missed a step coming down the stairs, and landed funny." The ankle is swollen and tender to the touch. Which of the following would the nurse do to help control the swelling?

• A) Apply heat to the ankle.
• B) Tell the client to flex his left foot frequently.
• C) Have him dangle the left leg over the side of the bed.
• D) Raise the left leg above the level of the heart.

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