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PRICE Principle for Acute Injuries

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What is the most important thing to do following an ankle injury?

Apply a pressure bandage around the foot and ankle (correct)
Massage the ankle vigorously
Immerse the foot in cold water
Apply heat to the ankle

How should compression be applied to the ankle?

Applying an elastic bandage in a herringbone pattern (correct)
Keeping the bandage loose
Using a tourniquet above the injured area
Using a heating pad

Why is elevation of the leg important after an ankle injury?

To reduce swelling by keeping the leg elevated (correct)
To prevent internal bleeding
To increase blood circulation to the injured area
To decrease stiffness in the foot

How long should compression be maintained following an ankle injury?

2-3 days (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between acute and chronic injuries?

Chronic injuries cannot be managed by the PRICE Principle (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep a pressure bandage around the clock after an ankle injury?

To minimize swelling and internal bleeding (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does applying additional pressure around an ankle injury help?

Minimizes swelling (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to apply an elastic bandage for compression?

In a herringbone pattern from toes to above the ankle (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key strategy to alleviate inflammation in overuse injuries?

Following the PRICE Principle (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep the foot elevated above heart level after an injury?

To reduce swelling by promoting fluid drainage (A) Signup and view all the answers