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EY67

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The nurse is explaining the purpose of using a vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) device to assist in the healing of a wound. What should the nurse explain as the purpose of using a VAC device?
 
  a. The device will decrease capillary flow.
  b. The device applies gentle continuous suction.
  c. The device will allow the wound to remain open.
  d. The device will prevent the formation of granulation tissue.

Question 2

An older school-age child asks the nurse, What is the reason for this topical corticosteroid cream? What rationale should the nurse give?
 
  a. The cream is used for an antifungal effect.
  b. The cream is used for an analgesic effect.
  c. The cream is used for an antibacterial effect.
  d. The cream is used for an anti-inflammatory effect.


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amynguyen1221

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
A VAC device uses a technique that involves placing a foam dressing into the wound, covering it with an occlusive dressing, and applying gentle continuous suction. The negative pressure of the suction is applied from the foam dressing to the wound surfaces. The mechanical force removes excess fluids from the wound, stimulates formation of granulation tissue, restores capillary flow, and fosters closure of the wound.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The glucocorticoids are the therapeutic agents used most widely for skin disorders. Their local anti-inflammatory effects are merely palliative, so the medication must be applied until the disease state undergoes a remission or the causative agent is eliminated. It does not have an antifungal, analgesic, or antibacterial effect.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Wow, this really help

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