The nurse is admitting a client who has a proximal humerus fracture that is immobilized with a left-sided long-arm cast and has a sling. Which of the following nursing interventions will be included in the plan of care?

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The axilla can become excoriated when a sling is used to support the arm, and the nurse should check the axilla and apply absorbent dressings to prevent this. A client with a sling would not have traction applied by hanging. The client will be encouraged to move the fingers on the injured arm to maintain function and to help decrease swelling. The client will do active ROM on the uninjured side.

The Nurse Is Admitting a Client Who Has a Proximal