A nurse is assessing a client admitted to the emergency department with a laceration
Wound in the abdomen. Which intervention can the nurse perform independently in an emergency care setting?

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Applying cold packs is a non-invasive, supportive care intervention that a nurse can independently perform in an emergency care setting to reduce swelling and pain. Suturing, performing laboratory tests, and removing foreign objects typically require specific orders from a healthcare provider or are performed by providers with specialized training.

A Nurse Is Assessing a Client Admitted to the Emergency