The patient has extensive dermal exposure to a dermal toxin. What is the nursing priority of care?
A) Remove clothing and shower for 15 to 30 minutes.
B) Irrigate affected area with an alkaline solution.
C) Include use of soap in initial shower.
D) Apply a topical soothing and moisturizing agent.
A
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A patient has full-thickness burns of the right chest area, entire right arm, and deep partial-thickness burns of both upper anterior legs. Based on the rule of nines, a nurse estimates the total body surface area of burns to be
1. 36 percent. 2. 27 percent. 3. 18 percent. 4. 45 percent.
A client has dyspnea and has read that caffeine helps break up and expel secretions. The client asks you for a recommendation. An appropriate response would be which of the following?
1. Caffeine is a bronchodilator, so it is correct. 2. Consumption of caffeine is never recommended. 3. Milk will help prevent the mucus. 4. Fruit juice will work just as well.
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Which statement by the student indicates a need for further teaching? a. "I will check to see when the last dose of the beta blocker was given." b. "I will monitor vital signs closely to assess for hypotension." c. "I will monitor the heart rate frequently to assess for reflex tachycardia." d. "I will prepare to administer intravenous norepinephrine if necessary."