Question

question 3 of 5
once an injury has been iced and wrapped, what should happen next?
a. the injured person should take a nap and get as much rest as possible in the following days.
b. the injury should be looked at by a doctor immediately.
c. the injured person should take a warm shower.
d. the injury should be elevated above the heart level to decrease swelling.

Explanation:

After icing and wrapping an injury, elevating it above heart level helps reduce swelling by facilitating fluid drainage. Taking a nap (A) doesn't directly address post - wrap care. Not all injuries need immediate doctor attention (B). A warm shower (C) isn't a standard next step as it may increase blood flow and swelling initially. Elevation (D) is a key part of basic injury care (like RICE - Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation).

Answer:

D. The injury should be elevated above the heart level to decrease swelling.