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BRWH

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse assesses the need for further instruction in wound cleaning when observing the patient:
 
  a. using sterile gloves to perform the cleaning.
  b. applying an antiseptic to the area.
  c. cleaning the area from the outside in.
  d. washing hands with soap.

Question 2

The nursing assessment of a pressure ulcer includes size, depth, pain, odor, and color of tissue to evaluate:
 
  a. treatment needed.
  b. effectiveness of implementation.
  c. whether improvement is occurring.
  d. need for additional interventions.


momolu

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Cleaning away from the wound prevents entrance of microorganisms.

Answer to Question 2

C
Ongoing assessment of a pressure ulcer will evaluate whether improvement is occurring.


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