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A cold, moist compress is prescribed to be applied to the client's right knee. which should the nurse plan for?

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the nurse should plan to Ensure that the temperature of the compress is 15°C (59°F).
If the temperature of the compress falls below this line, the nurse will potentially give the patient a frostbite, which could harm the cell tissues around the injured area.
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