A patient arrives in the emergency department with a swollen ankle after an injury incurred while playing soccer.Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) Elevate the ankle above heart level.
B) Apply a warm moist pack to the ankle.
C) Assess the ankle's range of motion (ROM) .
D) Assess whether the patient can bear weight on the affected ankle.
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