What are the steps to use RICE in First Aid?

Answer 1

RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevate) is the sequence taken when dealing with

sprain and strain injuries.

The area should be rested.

Ice should be applied to reduce swelling.

Compression/ pressure should be applied to the area to also reduce swelling.

The area should be elevated to furthermore reduce swelling to the area.

Answer 2

RICE is an acronym (meaning each letter stands for something). RICE is used to remember how to initially treat a sprain, strain or fracture.

R- Rest

I - Ice

C - Compress

E - Elevate

Answer 3

R.I.C.E. is an acronym for the most important elements to reduce swelling after an injury.

• R - Rest means sit down or lie down
• I - Ice means put an ice pack on the area
• C - Compression means apply an ace bandage to a joint/limb
• E - Elevation means put the injured part up on two pillows

Though not part of the standard RICE procedure, you can add S - Sling, for an injured shoulder or upper arm.

There are no real steps to use RICE. It helps if a second person can grab the ice and ace bandage, but if you are alone you might need to grab those before you can begin R-- to rest, C - to compress, and E - to elevate.

Answer 4

RICE is the first aid for strains or sprains,

R - Rest the injured part

I - Ice pack

C - Place into a comfortable position

E - Elevate the injured part.