Burns Content Post Test- HURST Study Guide.

Burns Content Post Test- HURST Study Guide. While performing wound care to a donor skin graft site, the nurse notes some scabbing around the edges and a dark collection of blood. What is the nurse's next action? Choose One 1. Leave the scabbing area alone and apply extra ointment. 2. Notify the primary healthcare provider. 3. Gently remove the debris and re-dress the wound. 4. Apply skin softening lotion for 3 hours and then re-dress. - CORRECT ANSWER 3 Rationale 3. Correct: What likes to live in the scabs and dried blood? Bacteria. That is why it is important to remove the debris to prevent infection. 1. Incorrect: This is not appropriate because bacteria is in the scabbing area and ointment would trap it, enhance reproduction of the germs, and increase infection. 2. Incorrect: There is no need to notify primary healthcare provider at this time. This is not the best option for the nurse to fix the problem. 4. Incorrect: We don't put lotion in the wound because this would cause infection of the wound. What information on burn prevention strategies should the nurse include when providing an education program at a community center? Select All That Apply 1. Have chimney professionally inspected every 5 years. 2. Clean the lint trap on the clothes dryer after each use. 3. Keep anything that can burn at least 1 foot (0.30 meters) away from space heaters. 4. Do not hold a child while holding a hot drink. 5. Home hot water heater should be set at a maximum of 120°F (48.8°C). - CORRECT ANSWER 2, 4, 5