Question

Ice bags may be used to prevent edema, control bleeding, and reduce pain. To prepare an ice bag, first check the bag for leaks by inverting it after filling water. Empty the water from the bag and fill two thirds of it with crushed ice. Then, release any air from the bag by squeezing it at the sides. This prevents interference with the conduction of cold. Finally, wipe off the excess moisture, wrap the bag in flannel, a towel, or a pillowcase, and apply the bag to the injury site for 30 minutes.

a) Ice bags are filled entirely with crushed ice.
b) Air in the ice bag enhances the conduction of cold.
c) Checking for leaks is unnecessary when preparing an ice bag.
d) Applying the bag to the injury site for 30 minutes is recommended.

Answer 1

Ice bags are not filled entirely with crushed ice and air in the ice bag does not enhance the conduction of cold. Checking for leaks is necessary when preparing an ice bag. Applying the bag to the injury site for 30 minutes is recommended.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statements about preparing an ice bag are:

a) Ice bags are filled entirely with crushed ice. This statement is false. Ice bags are not filled entirely with crushed ice but two thirds of it. This allows some space for the crushed ice to move around and conform to the injury site.

b) Air in the ice bag enhances the conduction of cold. This statement is false. Air in the ice bag actually interferes with the conduction of cold. Squeezing the bag at the sides to release any air helps prevent this interference.

c) Checking for leaks is unnecessary when preparing an ice bag. This statement is false. It is important to check for leaks by inverting the bag after filling it with water. This ensures that the bag does not leak when filled with crushed ice.

d) Applying the bag to the injury site for 30 minutes is recommended. This statement is true. Applying the ice bag to the injury site for 30 minutes helps reduce pain, control bleeding, and prevent edema.