A client with an ankle sprain is instructed to follow RICE. Which ...

[nelaaney]

A client with an ankle sprain is instructed to follow RICE. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client regarding this process?
 
  1. Maintain your normal level of activity.
  2. Apply ice to the ankle once a day.
  3. Apply an elastic bandage to the site.
  4. Elevate the extremity every day for 20 to 30 minutes.

Question 2

A client is diagnosed with burning mouth syndrome. Which of the following interventions should be included in this client's plan of care?
 
  1. Assess the condition of the client's teeth.
  2. Collect a saliva specimen for analysis.
  3. Tell the client to avoid vitamin supplements.
  4. Teach the client how to conduct an oral self-assessment daily.

[sylvia]

Answer to Question 1

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The nurse should instruct the client to use crutches to allow for the rest of the ankle joint and relieve pain; apply ice for 20 to 30 minutes 3 to 4 times a day; apply an elastic bandage to the site; and elevate the ankle for the first 48 hours after the injury.

Answer to Question 2

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Interventions for a client diagnosed with burning mouth syndrome include assessing the condition of the teeth. A saliva specimen is not used to diagnose this disorder. Vitamin supplements do not contribute to this disorder. An oral self-assessment does not need to be completed every day.