A School Nurse Suspects That a Child Who Fell at Recess

question 1

Multiple Choice

A school nurse suspects that a child who fell at recess has a fractured arm. Which should the nurse consider when applying a splint to transport the child to the hospital?

• A) The splint is applied firmly enough to prevent swelling.
• B) The arm is fully extended in the splint.
• C) The splint is fully padded to prevent skin damage.
• D) The joints above and below the suspected fracture are immobilized by the splint.

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