The nurse is continuing to care for the child. Exhibits Select the 3 priority actions that the nurse should take.

Rationale: A. Explain the cast application procedure to the child: Preparing the child for a future procedure is helpful but not immediately necessary. At this point, pain control and reduction of swelling take precedence to prevent complications and stabilize the injury. B. Review cast care instructions with the child's parents: While parent education is important, it is secondary to immediate interventions that address pain, swelling, and preparation for the procedure. Priority actions focus first on the child’s current needs and safety. C. Elevate the affected forearm with pillows: Elevation helps reduce edema and pain in the fractured extremity and prevents further swelling. This is a critical nursing intervention for acute fracture management before and after casting. D. Apply ice packs to the fingers and along the right forearm: Ice helps manage pain and inflammation by vasoconstriction, limiting fluid accumulation in tissues. Applying it early post-injury is crucial to controlling swelling in a fractured limb. E. Place a nonadherent dressing on the right knee abrasion: Caring for minor abrasions is important but is not a priority compared with interventions addressing fracture management, pain, and preparation for cast application. F. Administer Ibuprofen 200 mg PO: Pain management is a priority in fracture care to maintain comfort and reduce distress. Administering analgesics before cast application helps the child tolerate the procedure and facilitates cooperation.