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dalyningkenk · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client is thankful that newly obtained burns are not serious because they aren't causing much pain. What should the nurse respond to the client?

1. Your burns are pretty deep and have destroyed some of the pain receptors.
2. Yes, you are fortunate to not have a lot of pain.
3. I'm afraid you are mistaken. These are severe burns.
4. I'm glad you have such a positive attitude; it's going to be helpful during your recovery.

Question 2

A client with burns is experiencing edema in the interstitial spaces. Because the fluid accumulation impairs peripheral circulation, the nurse should assess the client for which complication?

1. Impaired mobility
2. An increase in cardiac output
3. Increased diuresis
4. Tissue necrosis

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

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1

1. Deep partial-thickness burns are less painful than superficial burns due to damage to the pain and nerve receptors.
2. This does not address the severity of the burns.
3. This does not explain the lack of pain.
4. This does not address the severity of the burns or lack of pain.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4

1. This process is not going to impair mobility.
2. Fluid trapped in the interstitial spaces is pulled from the vascular volume, resulting in a decrease in cardiac output.
3. Fluid trapped in the interstitial spaces is pulled from the vascular volume, resulting in a decrease in diuresis.
4. The impaired circulation caused by the edema leads to a decrease in blood flow to tissues, which can in turn cause tissue death.