Question 1
The burn unit nurse teaches a new staff nurse the priority nursing actions during the resuscitation phase of burn management. Which statement made by the inexperienced nurse indicates a need for further teaching?
◦ "All patients should have a large-bore IV access if possible."
◦ "We should promote an increased oral fluid intake."
◦ "I'll get a nasogastric tube and suction equipment ready."
◦ "A urinary catheter is usually inserted."
Question 2
A middle-aged male patient weighing 220 pounds incurred burns to 40% of the total body surface area. Using the Parkland formula, what are this patient's fluid needs for the first 24 hours?
◦ 16,000 mL
◦ 35,200 mL
◦ 1,600 mL
◦ 3,520 mL
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