Question

A home care nurse is visiting a client as a part of a regular visit. The client's four-year-daughter falls while playing and sustains an abrasion on her knee. The nurse suggests that the client apply a cold compress to the child's knee based on the understanding that cold achieves which effect?

a) Relief of muscle stiffness
b) Increased blood flow
c) Resolution of inflammation
d) Help in controlling swelling

Answer 1

Applying a cold compress helps in controlling swelling.

Step-by-step explanation:

The cold compress suggested by the nurse achieves the effect of helping in controlling swelling. When an injury occurs, blood vessels in the affected area may become damaged, leading to swelling and the accumulation of excess fluid. Applying a cold compress can help constrict the blood vessels and reduce blood flow to the area, which in turn helps control swelling and inflammation.