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kellyjaisingh

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on: Jul 24, 2018
The first line of defense against external injury and infection contains several thin layers of cells undergoing different stages of maturation. This first line of defense is known as the _______.
 
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Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who has a dressing over a surgical wound created the night before. The dressing has never been changed. How should the nurse proceed?
 
  a. Change the dressing so she can assess the wound.
  b. Administer an analgesic 30 to 45 minutes before a dressing change.
  c. Culture the wound if wound exudate is present.
  d. Administer an analgesic 30 minutes after a dressing change.


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HandsomeMarc

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

epidermis
The epidermis, or outer skin layer, is the first line of defense against external injury and infection. It contains several thin layers of cells undergoing different stages of maturation.

Answer to Question 2

B
To promote patient comfort, administer an analgesic as ordered, usually 30 to 45 minutes before changing the dressing. However, you will need to assess to determine the best time for analgesic administration before providing wound care. Do not remove an initial surgical dressing for direct wound inspection until a physician writes a medical order for removal. The presence of wound exudate is an expected stage of epithelial cell growth.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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