A client with first- and second-degree burns of the cheek was very concerned about permanent damage. The nurse might focus the client teaching on:
A)
prevention of infection to reduce scarring.
B)
use of vitamin E to prevent scarring.
C)
scrubbing the burned area daily to promote new skin growth.
D)
use of plastic surgery to relieve scarring.
A
Explanation:
A)
Infection of the burn injury can cause further damage and scarring. Vitamin E is used keep skin softer and more supple, but not to prevent scarring. The skin is too fragile for scrubbing. Plastic surgery may be an option after primary healing has occurred.
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Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
B)
Infection of the burn injury can cause further damage and scarring. Vitamin E is used keep skin softer and more supple, but not to prevent scarring. The skin is too fragile for scrubbing. Plastic surgery may be an option after primary healing has occurred.
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Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
C)
Infection of the burn injury can cause further damage and scarring. Vitamin E is used keep skin softer and more supple, but not to prevent scarring. The skin is too fragile for scrubbing. Plastic surgery may be an option after primary healing has occurred.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
D)
Infection of the burn injury can cause further damage and scarring. Vitamin E is used keep skin softer and more supple, but not to prevent scarring. The skin is too fragile for scrubbing. Plastic surgery may be an option after primary healing has occurred.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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