A Client Is Admitted to the Emergency Department Complaining of the Inability

question 25

Multiple Choice

A client is admitted to the emergency department complaining of the inability to feel the hands and feet after waiting for 2 hours for transportation in 20°F weather.Which action by the nurse is appropriate?

• A) Warm the hands and feet in 104°F water for 20 to 30 minutes.
• B) Provide an antipyretic.
• C) Rub and massage the hands and feet.
• D) Warm the hands and feet in tepid water for 2 hours.

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