An Adolescent Comes to the School Nurse After Experiencing Shin

question 2

Multiple Choice

An adolescent comes to the school nurse after experiencing shin splints during a track meet.What reassurance should the nurse offer?

• A) Shin splints are expected in runners.
• B) Ice, rest, and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) usually relieve pain.
• C) It is generally best to run around and "work the pain out."
• D) Moist heat and acetaminophen are indicated for this type of injury.

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