A baseball player was struck in the side of the face by a baseball. Assessment findings include swelling and numbness to the left side of the face and left eyelid, as well as crepitus in the same area. Assessment of the eye reveals no obvious injury. The patient denies any problem with his eyesight, but is having difficulty visually tracking your finger upward. Which of the following would be appropriate care for this injury?

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Cold packs will help reduce swelling and numbness, and can also help with pain management. Applying pressure to the already injured area could cause further damage. Gentle cleansing of the eye would not address the main issue and could potentially cause more discomfort. Warm packs could actually increase swelling and should be avoided.

A Baseball Player Was Struck in the Side of the Face