Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
Which nursing instruction concerning ice applications is appropriate to give the parents of a 12-year-old child with a sprained ankle?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Ice should be applied intermittently (e.g., 20-30 minutes on, then off) to prevent tissue damage and allow skin assessment, making removal every 30 minutes to 1 hour appropriate.