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The nurse is preparing to ambulate an 11-year-old child who has had an appendectomy.
 
  In addition to pharmacological pain management, which of the following nonpharmacologic, independent nursing pain management strategies would be appropriate for this child? 1. A warm, moist pack
  2. EMLA cream to the incision site
  3. An ice pack
  4. A splint pillow against the abdomen when moving or coughing
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Rationale 1: Heat and moisture are not used on the incision area, as they can impair the healing process of the wound.
Rationale 2: EMLA cream is a medication that requires a medical order.
Rationale 3: Heat and ice are not used on the incision area, as they can impair the healing process of the wound.
Rationale 4: A splint pillow placed on the abdomen is a nonpharmacologic strategy to decrease discomfort after an appendectomy.
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