A child has experienced a sprain of the right ankle.The school nurse should:

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Applying ice to the sprained ankle will help to reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation. Warm, moist packs can actually increase swelling and should not be used in the acute phase of an injury. Performing passive range-of-motion could potentially make the injury worse and should not be done until after the acute phase has passed. Elevating the extremity above the level of the heart can also help to reduce swelling but is not as effective as applying ice.

A Child Has Experienced a Sprain of the Right Ankle