A Patient with an Infection of the Wrist and Forearm

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient with an infection of the wrist and forearm is to wear a splint. The nurse identifies which rationale for this intervention?

• A) To stop exudate and pus formation
• B) To decrease the white blood cell count
• C) To support the limb because of loss of function related to the pain and swelling
• D) To reduce the redness

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