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Which of the following would be prescribed for a patient with frostbite on the toes?

  1. Continuous, rapid rewarming of the toes in warm water until flushing returns
  2. Continuous, rapid rewarming of the toes in warm water for 15 to 20 minutes
  3. Continuous, rapid rewarming of the toes in warm water once flushing returns
  4. Continuous, rapid rewarming of the toes in cold water for 45 minutes
Explanation

Answer: A - The nurse should prepare for orders for continuous, rapid rewarming of the toes in warm water until flushing returns. Slow rewarming of the affected area can lead to increased cellular damage, so it is avoided. Rewarming can lead to pain, so analgesics should be prescribed.

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