An 18-year-old female with a history of diabetes twisted her right ankle while playing volleyball. She is alert and oriented and states that the pain is excruciating. The primary assessment is complete and yields no life-threatening conditions. Which of the following would you do next?

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As the patient specifically mentioned the pain in her right ankle, the next step would be to assess the right ankle and foot. This will help to determine the extent of the injury and guide further treatment. Blood sugar can be checked later, and a head-to-toe exam is not necessary in this situation. Ice can be applied after the ankle is assessed.

An 18-Year-Old Female with a History of Diabetes Twisted Her