A nurse is preparing a presentation for a local parent group about burn prevention and care in children. What would the nurse be least likely to include in the presentation when describing how to care for a superficial burn?
A) Using cool water over the burned area until the pain lessens
B) Applying ice directly to the burned skin area
C) Covering the burn with a clean, nonadhesive bandage
D) Giving the child acetaminophen for pain relief
Ans: B
With a superficial burn, ice should not be applied to the skin. Using cool water over the burn area; covering with a clean, nonadhesive bandage; and using acetaminophen for pain relief are appropriate to include in the presentation.
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