Of the actions described, which indicates proper care of a patient who has experienced a partial-thickness burn to the hand?

A) Gently push the fingers together prior to applying a sterile dressing
B) Carefully remove rings prior to applying a dry sterile dressing
C) Carefully drain blisters to decrease pressure on the underlying tissues
D) Clean dirt and debris from the burn prior to applying an antibiotic ointment


B) Carefully remove rings prior to applying a dry sterile dressing

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a. Proteins that function as growth factor receptors b. Proteins that bind DNA c. Growth factors d. Proteins that neutralize growth factor receptors

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A. Optic disc B. Fovea centralis C. Aqueous humor D. Vitreous humor E. Retina

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When a provider collects information for assessment, such as during a history and physical, which of the following would best describe this process?

A. management B. evaluation C. classification D. planning

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