A Child Has a Cast Applied to the Left Forearm

A child has a cast applied to the left forearm.Which interventions should the nurse include in the home care instructions for the parents? (Select all that apply.)

A) Keep small toys away from the cast.
B) Use a padded ruler to scratch the skin under the cast if it itches.
C) Assess the cast daily for unusual odors.
D) Elevate the extremity on pillows for the first 24 to 48 hours.
E) Numbness and tingling in the extremity are expected.

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