A nurse is directed to bandage a client who has been admitted with a bleeding injury to the leg. Which should a nurse keep in mind before applying a bandage to the client?
A) The bandage must be sterile.
B) The bandage must be tight fitting.
C) The bandage must be nonadherent.
D) The bandage must not be stretchy.
A
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Sterile bandages are recommended for use because they provide a clean and aseptic environment for the wound to heal without any complications. Bandages must not be tight-fitting or nonadherent because they might either restrict the blood flow of the affected limb or not provide adequate support to the dressing. Stretchy bandages are preferred for application because they provide a firm grip to the dressing in place.
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