If I have a patient with osteomyelitis and cellulitis, the reason for elevating the foot would be to decrease swelling and pressure and prevent further complications correct? 0 Likes
traumaRUs, MSN, APRN, CNS Specializes in Nephrology, Cardiology, ER, ICU. Has 27 years experience. Oct 19, 2010 Let me move this to the nursing student assistance forum. 0 Likes