During immediate care of a victim of a bite or sting to the hands or fingers,it is most important for the nurse to carry out which of the following actions?

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It is important to remove any rings, watches or other jewelry from the affected extremity to prevent constriction as the area may swell. Elevating the extremity and applying ice can help reduce swelling and pain, but it is not the most important action. Scrubbing the wound with an antibacterial solution can actually worsen the injury and should be avoided, instead clean the wound gently with soap and water.

During Immediate Care of a Victim of a Bite or Sting