Exam 18: Applying Heat and Cold Therapies

A client is prescribed a heat pack to be applied to an area of inflammation on the lower leg.What should the nurse do before placing the pack on the client's skin?

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A client is prescribed to apply cold therapy to an inflamed area on the leg.Which should the nurse instruct the client to do to prepare a cold pack at home? Select all that apply.

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A client is prescribed a heat pack to be applied to an area of inflammation on the lower leg.What should the nurse do before placing the pack on the client's skin?

A client is prescribed to apply cold therapy to an inflamed area on the leg.Which should the nurse instruct the client to do to prepare a cold pack at home? Select all that apply.

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