The nurse is providing care for a client who is four days postoperative for a lower limb amputation.The nurse wraps the stump with an elastic bandage.Which additional actions will the nurse perform? Select all that apply.
A) Monitor circulation using capillary refill.
B) Assess for the presence of pain or numbness.
C) Slip two fingers under the proximal end of the wrap.
D) Dangle the limb on the side of the bed for 20 minutes.
E) Encourage the client to soak the limb in warm water.
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