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Kthamas

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What will initial management of the ankle involve to prevent further swelling and injury?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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In assessing D.M.'s injured ankle, what should be evaluated?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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yeungji

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Answer to Question 1

The ankle will be immobilized with the leg elevated above the patient's heart. Ice bags should be
applied to the ankle, and elastic wrap should be used to apply mild compression. (RICE: Rest, Ice,
Compression, Elevation)

Answer to Question 2

Pulses, pain (at rest or with movement), paresthesia, paralysis, pallor. Note swelling, discoloration
(bruising), range of motion.




Kthamas

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


essyface1

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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