While the patient's full–thickness burn wounds to the face are exposed, what is the best nursing action to prevent cross contamination?
a. Use sterile gloves when removing old dressings.
b. Wear gowns, caps, masks, and gloves during all care of the patient.
c. Administer IV antibiotics to prevent bacterial colonization of wounds.
d. Turn the room temperature up to at least 70° F (20° C) during dressing changes.
ANS: B
Use of gowns, caps, masks, and gloves during all patient care will decrease the possibility of wound contamination for a patient whose burns are not covered. When removing contaminated dressings and washing the dirty wound, use nonsterile, disposable gloves. The room temperature should be kept at approximately 85° F for patients with open burn wounds to prevent shivering. Systemic antibiotics are not well absorbed into deep burns because of the lack of circulation.
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