NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -RICE stands for: Rest and protect the injured or sore area. Ice or a cold pack used as soon as possible. Compression, or wrapping the injured or sore area with an elastic bandage. Elevation (propping up) the injured or sore area.

Detailed explanation-2: -This acronym can help you remember several basic treatments for soft tissue injuries, specifically, rest, ice, compression, and elevation. RICE is considered a first aid technique rather than a complete or comprehensive medical treatment.

Detailed explanation-3: -Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation (RICE)

Detailed explanation-4: -Rest: Immobilization prevents further injury and gives the body time to recover. Ice: Cold reduces pain by numbing the affected area. Compression: Pressure keeps swelling under control. Elevation: Keeping the injured body part above the heart reduces swelling and the associated pain and discomfort.

Detailed explanation-5: -Step 4: Elevation This means raising the sore body part above the level of your heart. Doing so reduces pain, throbbing, and swelling. It’s not as tricky to do as you might think.