Question

question 6 of 25
once an injury has been iced and wrapped, what should happen next?

a. the injured person should take a warm shower.

b. the injury should be looked at by a doctor immediately.

c. the injured person should take a nap and get as much rest as possible in the following days.

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

Explanation:

• Option A: Taking a warm shower after icing an injury is not advisable as it can increase blood flow and swelling, so A is incorrect.
• Option B: Not all injuries need immediate doctor attention after icing and wrapping; minor injuries can be managed with rest and elevation, so B is not always necessary.
• Option C: While rest is important, the immediate next step after icing and wrapping for reducing swelling is elevation, not just taking a nap. So C is not the immediate next action.
• Option D: Elevating the injury above heart level helps reduce swelling by allowing fluid to drain away from the injured area, which is a standard first - aid step after icing and wrapping.

Answer:

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