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Tazate · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse assesses a client who has a severe burn injury. Which statement indicates the client understands the psychosocial impact of a severe burn injury?

a. It is normal to feel some depression.
b. I will go back to work immediately.
c. I will not feel anger about my situation.
d. Once I get home, things will be normal.

Question 2

A nurse assesses a client who has a burn injury. Which statement indicates the client has a positive perspective of his or her appearance?

a. I will allow my spouse to change my dressings.
b. I want to have surgical reconstruction.
c. I will bathe and dress before breakfast.
d. I have secured the pressure dressings as ordered.

moormoney · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
During the recovery period, and for some time after discharge from the hospital, clients with severe burn injuries are likely to have psychological problems that require intervention. Depression is one of these problems. Grief, loss, anxiety, anger, fear, and guilt are all normal feelings that can occur. Clients need to know that problems of physical care and psychological stresses may be overwhelming.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Indicators that the client with a burn injury has a positive perception of his or her appearance include a willingness to touch the affected body part. Self-care activities such as morning care foster feelings of self-worth, which are closely linked to body image. Allowing others to change the dressing and discussing future reconstruction would not indicate a positive perception of appearance. Wearing the dressing will assist in decreasing complications but will not enhance self-perception.