A Client Asks Why a Cold Pack Has Been Prescribed

question 4

Multiple Choice

A client asks why a cold pack has been prescribed for an arm injury.What should the nurse explain to the client?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.

• A)The application of cold dilates blood vessels.
• B)The application of cold constricts blood vessels.
• C)The application of cold decreases inflammation.
• D)The application of cold reduces localized pain.
• E)The application of cold provides a calming,sedative effect.

Grasp the principles of sound perception, including loudness, pitch, and timbre, and how these are processed by the human auditory system.

Recognize the role of specific brain regions and neural pathways in the processing and interpretation of visual and auditory information.

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Comprehend the legal requirements, rights, and obligations associated with franchising.

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