A Client with a Broken Arm Has Had Ice Placed

question 19

Multiple Choice

A client with a broken arm has had ice placed on it for 20 minutes.A short time after the ice was removed,the client reports that the effect has worn off and requests pain medication,which cannot be given yet.What actions by the nurse are most appropriate? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Ask for a physical therapy consult.
• B) Educate the client on cold therapy.
• C) Offer to provide a heating pad.
• D) Repeat the ice application.
• E) Teach the client relaxation techniques.

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