Which action will be included in the plan of care for a patient who has burns of the ears, head, neck, and right arm and hand?

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The right hand and arm should be elevated to reduce swelling and the fingers extended to avoid flexion contractures (even though this position may not be comfortable for the patient). The patient with burns of the ears should not use a pillow since this will put pressure on the ears and may stick to the ears. Patients with neck burns should not use a pillow, since the head should be maintained in an extended position in order to avoid contractures.

Which Action Will Be Included in the Plan of Care