Localized cold injuries usually affect the distal end of extremist such as ears, nose, and face. What is true about such injuries?
Explanation
Answer: D - When dealing with localized cold injuries, never break blisters, never rub or massage the area, and never allow the patient to walk on the affected extremity. It is also true that direct heat should never be placed on the affected extremity. Cold injuries are actually burn injuries and the tissues are fragile and easily injured further. Additionally, remove patient from the environment, protect the cold injured extremity from further injury, administer oxygen, and remove wet and restrictive clothing.
