Sodium hypochlorite solution (Dakin's solution) is used as for ...

[jjjetplane]

Sodium hypochlorite solution (Dakin's solution) is used as for wound irrigation or packing. The nurse knows this solution:
 
  a. may touch healthy tissue for brief periods of time.
  b. has little effect on healing of injured tissues.
  c. supports healing of surgical wounds.
  d. may delay the clotting process.

Question 2

Which topical antiseptic is commonly used for treatment of burns?
 
  a. silver nitrate c. silver protein
  b. silver sulfadiazine d. resorcinol

[dreamfighter72]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: It can injure healthy tissue.
B Incorrect: It is very effective in healing injured tissue.
C Incorrect: This is not a true statement.
D Correct: This solution may delay the clotting process.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: Silver nitrate is used to prevent ophthalmia neonatorum in the newborn.
B Correct: This is one of the most frequently used products in burn care.
C Incorrect: This is not used for burn care.
D Incorrect: This is not used for burn care.

[jjjetplane]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[cam1229]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review