Asked by Murat Mukyan on Apr 29, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient with a healing Stage III pressure ulcer. The wound is clean and granulating. Which health care provider's order will the nurse question?
A) Use a low-air-loss therapy unit.
B) Irrigate with Dakin's solution.
C) Apply a hydrogel dressing.
D) Consult a dietitian.
Stage III Pressure Ulcer
A type of injury to the skin and underlying tissue characterized by full-thickness skin loss that may expose some fat, but not muscle or bone.
Low-Air-Loss Therapy
A treatment method involving the use of specialized mattresses or supports that utilize airflow to reduce skin pressure and promote wound healing.
Dakin's Solution
An antiseptic solution containing sodium hypochlorite, used in wound care to kill bacteria and clean infections.
- Enhance the ability to communicate effectively and implement nursing strategies for wound care treatment.
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Learning Objectives
- Enhance the ability to communicate effectively and implement nursing strategies for wound care treatment.
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