Author Question: The nurse is removing a heating pad when she notices that the skin beneath the pad is pink and warm ... (Read 118 times)

moongchi · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

The nurse is removing a heating pad when she notices that the skin beneath the pad is pink and warm to touch. How should the nurse respond?

a. Keep the pad in place the next time by pinning it with a safety pin.
b. Position the patient next time so that the patient is lying directly on the pad.
c. Note the findings because this is a normal finding.
d. Put the pad back on for an additional 20 to 30 minutes.

Question 2

MC Which one of the following nursing actions is carried out when obtaining a stool specimen for ova and parasites?

A. The specimen should be obtained using a sterile bedpan.
B. Refrigerate the specimen immediately to preserve the parasite.
C. Send specimen immediately (within 30 minutes) to the laboratory.
D. Guaiac is applied to the stool specimen.

scikid · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Vasodilation from heat exposure increases blood flow to the affected part. Do not pin the wrap to the pad because this may cause a leak in the device. Never position the patient so that patient is lying directly on the pad. This position prevents dissipation of heat and increases risk for burns. After 20 to 30 minutes (or time ordered by the physician), remove the pad and store. Continued exposure will result in burns.

Answer to Question 2

C