The nurse is going to apply a cold compress to a client's lower forearm.What nursing intervention would be indicated?

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Applying a cold compress to a specific area like the lower forearm requires careful consideration of the time it is applied to prevent tissue damage. Decreasing the length of time helps to avoid adverse effects such as frostbite or nerve damage, especially in areas with less soft tissue coverage.

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