The home health nurse educates the 75-year-old patient about the warm compresses he is using on his swollen elbow.Which information is most important to include in the teaching plan?

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Applications of heat should only be left in place for 15 to 20 minutes.The warm compress should not be applied directly on the skin.The warm compress does not need to be combined with pharmacologic therapy,and aspirin therapy may not be indicated.The nurse should consult with the health care provider before suggesting any medication.The compress works to offer mild pain relief by vasodilation; these effects would be negated by alternating the warm compress with ice.

The Home Health Nurse Educates the 75-Year-Old Patient About the Warm