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School-age child with fractured right tibia following cast application


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A nurse is caring for a school-age child following the application of a cast to a fractured right tibia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct action for the nurse to take first is to elevate the child's leg (
Choice
A). Elevation helps reduce swelling and promotes circulation, which is crucial in preventing complications such as compartment syndrome. Administering pain medication (
Choice
B) can be done after assessing the need following elevation. Petaling the edges of the cast (
Choice
C) is a later step to address skin irritation. Teaching the child about cast care (
Choice
D) is important but can be done after addressing immediate physical needs.

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