Author Question: The nurse is preparing instructions for a patient with an inflammation of the right lower leg. What ... (Read 51 times)

captainjonesify · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is preparing instructions for a patient with an inflammation of the right lower leg. What should the nurse emphasize when teaching this patient?

Select all that apply.

1. Elevate the extremity.
2. Reduce the intake of fluids.
3. Take analgesics as prescribed.
4. Increase activity to the extremity.
5. Cleanse the area with soap and water.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient under droplet precautions. What should the nurse wear when providing care to this patient?

1. head covering and gown
2. shoe covering and gown
3. gloves only
4. mask and eye protection or face shield

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

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 3

Elevation promotes venous return and reduces swelling. One action to reduce the pain of an inflamed area is to take analgesics as prescribed. Fluid intake may or may not impact healing of the inflammation.
Strenuous activity or exercising an inflamed body part may increase discomfort and tissue damage. Rest should be encouraged. Inflamed tissue should be cleansed gently with water, normal saline, or nontoxic wound cleansers. Soap can cause further drying and tissue damage.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4

To provide care to a patient under droplet precautions, the nurse should wear a mask and eye protection or a face shield when entering the room. Head and shoe covers and gowns would not protect the areas vulnerable to droplets. Gloves alone are not adequate protection against droplet secretions.