What procedure is contraindicated in the care of a child with a minor partial-thickness burn injury wound?
a. Cleaning the affected area with mild soap and water
b. Applying antimicrobial ointment to the burn wound
c. Changing dressings daily
d. Leaving all loose tissue or skin intact
D
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A Cleaning with mild soap and water are important to the healing process.
B Antimicrobial ointment is used on the burn wound to fight infection.
C Clean dressings are applied daily to prevent wound infection. When dressings
are changed, the condition of the burn wound can be assessed.
D All loose skin and tissue should be debrided, because it can become a breeding
ground for infectious organisms.
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