Which client is receiving appropriate treatment?
a. Client with an ulcer and slight necrosis receiving whirlpool treatment
b. Client with an eschar-covered sacral ulcer receiving whirlpool therapy
c. Client with sunburn and erythema soaking in warm water for 20 minutes
d. Client with urticaria instructed to take warm showers twice a day
A
Necrotic tissue should be removed so that healing can take place. Whirlpool treatment can gently remove the necrosis. A wound covered with eschar most likely needs surgical débridement. Warm water would not be recommended for a client with erythema. A client with urticaria would be instructed to use cool water to decrease inflammation and itching.
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