A patient is diagnosed with a sprained right ankle. The nurse instructs the patient on the treatment of the sprain to include which of the following?

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Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) are the standard initial treatment for a sprained ankle. A long leg cast is not typically necessary, and while pain medication may be prescribed, it is not a primary treatment for the sprain. Heat is not recommended in the early stages of a sprain as it can increase swelling.

A Patient Is Diagnosed with a Sprained Right Ankle