The Nurse Is Preparing a Client for Discharge from the Emergency

question 32

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing a client for discharge from the emergency department with a sprained wrist. Which of the following information should the nurse include?

• A)Keep the wrist loosely wrapped with gauze.
• B)Apply a heating pad to reduce muscle spasms.
• C)Use pillows to elevate the arm above the heart.
• D)Gently move the wrist through the range of motion.