A child has fallen in gym class and is complaining of pain in one ankle. The child cries out when trying to bear weight. The nurse should complete which of the following immediate actions if there is swelling, bruising, deformities, decreased movement, or decreased circulation and sensation in the deformity?

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Splinting the extremity is necessary to immobilize the area and prevent further injury. This is a standard first aid response to suspected fractures or severe sprains, especially when symptoms like swelling, bruising, deformities, decreased movement, or decreased circulation and sensation are present.

A Child Has Fallen in Gym Class and Is Complaining