Which of the following cold therapy applications is most appropriate for the given scenario?

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Cold pack application to the cervical spine following a whiplash injury in a patient with leukemia is the most appropriate choice among the options. This is because the other options present significant contraindications or risks. Cold whirlpool for a patient with hypertension could potentially raise blood pressure. Ice massage for a patient with cryoglobulinemia is contraindicated due to the risk of cryoglobulinemia causing blood vessel blockage in response to cold. Controlled cold therapy for a patient with diabetic neuropathy is risky because the patient may not be able to accurately feel the cold due to neuropathy, increasing the risk of tissue damage.

Which of the Following Cold Therapy Applications Is Most Appropriate