Posted: January 22nd, 2018

You are caring for a client with a frostbite on the feet : 3 Important things you need to do

You are caring for a client with a frostbite on the feet. Place the following interventions in the correct order.

1. Immerse the feet in warm water 100° F to 105° F (40.6º C to 46.1° C).
2. Remove the victim from the cold environment.
3. Monitor for signs of compartment syndrome.
4. Apply a loose, sterile, bulky dressing.
5. Administer a pain medication.
A. 5, 2, 1, 3, 4
B. 2, 5, 1, 4, 3
C. 2, 1, 5, 3, 4
D. 3, 2, 1, 4, 5