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Teaching the primary caregiver is a component of some rehabilitative care programs, but it's not the primary focus.

Rehabilitative care often starts after the acute phase in the hospital, focusing on recovery and transition back to daily life.

While some rehabilitative care might happen in long-term care facilities, it's not exclusively centered there and can occur in various settings.

Applying lotion might increase moisture, leading to skin breakdown, and it may not address the pressure issue.

Applying a foot plate might not directly alleviate pressure around the edges of the splint.

Repositioning helps with overall comfort and preventing pressure ulcers but may not specifically address the pressure points caused by the splint edges.

An IV infusion pump might not be directly related to the needs of a client following intermaxillary fixation.

An NG tube may not be specifically required for a client post intermaxillary fixation.

A urinary catheter tray may not be directly related to the immediate needs of a client following this procedure.

High-impact aerobics might pose a risk of fractures in individuals with osteoporosis due to the excessive stress on bones.

Riding a bicycle might involve some impact and could potentially increase the risk of fractures.

Walking briskly is beneficial for cardiovascular health but might not focus on the bone- strengthening aspects needed for osteoporosis management.

Ecchymosis (bruising) of the distal foot might be expected after a fracture and casting; however, it doesn't typically indicate an immediate concern unless it's severe or worsening.

Some degree of dependent edema (swelling due to gravity) might be common after casting but isn't usually an immediate concern unless it's excessive or increasing rapidly.

Moderate pain can be managed initially and might not indicate an urgent situation unless it's severe or unmanageable.

Impaired taste, diarrhea, and increased thirst are not typically associated with complications of pelvic fractures and would not be primary concerns in this scenario.

Diarrhea, while it can occur due to stress or other factors, isn't typically associated with pelvic fractures.

Increased thirst is not a usual complication of pelvic fractures; it's more likely related to conditions like diabetes or dehydration.

Inability to move toes might occur if the cast is too tight, but it's not typically the first sign observed.

Changes in temperature of the toes might occur later as circulation becomes more compromised.

Edema of the toes may occur eventually due to impaired circulation but might not be the first observable sign of a tight cast.

Cool extremities are not typically associated with carpal tunnel syndrome; it's more related to vascular issues or poor circulation.

Decreased radial pulse is not typically a finding in carpal tunnel syndrome; it's more related to arterial or vascular problems.

Positive Chvostek's sign indicates neuromuscular irritability due to hypocalcemia, not related to carpal tunnel syndrome.

Performing range of motion might be necessary but isn't the priority immediately after the cast is applied.

Teaching about cast care is important but not the immediate priority once the cast is applied.

Managing pain is important, but ensuring adequate circulation and preventingcomplications related to circulation is the priority immediately after cast application