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A Patient Who Was Stranded During a Snowstorm Is Admitted

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A patient who was stranded during a snowstorm is admitted for frostbite of the fingers and toes. Which actions should the nurse expect to perform for this patient?


A) Elevate the feet and hands.
B) Provide pain medication as prescribed.
C) Apply elastic compression bandages to the feet and hands.
D) Massage the fingers and toes for 10 minutes after warming.
E) Warm the digits with circulating water for 20 to 30 minutes.

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