Which nursing action is appropriate when treating a school-age child, diagnosed with hemophilia, for a superficial wound above the knee?
A) Applying pressure to the area
B) Applying a warm, moist pack to the area
C) Performing some passive range-of-motion to the affected leg
D) Keeping the affected extremity in a dependent position

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Applying pressure to the area is appropriate for treating a superficial wound in a child with hemophilia as it will stop bleeding by promoting clotting. A warm, moist pack or passive range-of-motion could aggravate bleeding and keeping the affected extremity in a dependent position could cause additional bleeding.

Which Nursing Action Is Appropriate When Treating a School-Age Child