The school nurse is providing care to a school-age client who experienced a sprain of the right ankle on the playground. Which intervention is appropriate for the nurse to implement for this client?

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Applying ice to the extremity can help to reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation associated with a sprain. Warm, moist packs are not appropriate for the acute phase of a sprain, and passive range of motion should only be performed under the guidance of a healthcare provider. Lowering the extremity to below the level of the heart is not indicated for a sprain.

The School Nurse Is Providing Care to a School-Age Client