An emollient is a drug used to: a. dry the skin. c. moisturize ...

[eruditmonkey@yahoo.com]

An emollient is a drug used to:
 
  a. dry the skin. c. moisturize the skin.
  b. debride a wound. d. remove keratin.

Question 2

When a procedure, such as a dressing change, will most likely be painful for the burn client, the nurse:
 
  a. does not tell the client about it to avoid anxiety.
  b. sacrifices gentleness so that the procedure can be done quickly.
  c. administers pain medication 15-20 minutes before the procedure.
  d. tells the client to grin and bear it.

[efwsefaw]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: Emollients are not used to dry skin.
B Incorrect: This is not a use for emollients.
C Correct: Emollients moisturize the skin.
D Incorrect: This is not a use for emollients.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing action.
B Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing action.
C Correct: Burn clients should be adequately medicated before any painful procedure.
D Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing action.

[eruditmonkey@yahoo.com]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[ktidd]

Gracias!