Asked by Ralph Hulse on Sep 27, 2024
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Which interventions are appropriate for a patient with diabetes and poor wound healing? (Select all that apply.)
A) Perform dressing changes twice a day as ordered.
B) Teach the patient about signs and symptoms of infection.
C) Instruct the family about how to perform dressing changes.
D) Gently refocus patient from discussing body image changes.
E) Administer medications to control the patient's blood sugar as ordered.
Poor Wound Healing
A situation where a wound takes an extended period to heal, potentially due to factors like infection, poor nutrition, or underlying health conditions.
Dressing Changes
The process of replacing a wound's bandages to promote healing and prevent infection.
Blood Sugar
The concentration of glucose present in the blood, important to monitor in conditions like diabetes.
- Ascertain the primary nursing action to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Determine suitable interventions for particular health conditions and the status of patients.
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Aditi Singhabout 24 hours ago
Final Answer :
A, B, C, E
Explanation :
Nursing priorities include interventions directed at enhancing wound healing. Teaching the patient about signs and symptoms of infection will help the patient identify signs of appropriate wound healing and know when the need for calling the health care provider arises. Performing dressing changes, controlling blood sugars through administration of medications, and instructing the family in dressing changes all contribute to wound healing. As long as a patient is stable and alert, it is appropriate to allow family to assist with care. The patient should be allowed to discuss body image changes.
Learning Objectives
- Ascertain the primary nursing action to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Determine suitable interventions for particular health conditions and the status of patients.