When evaluating a patient, the nurse observes an unexpected outcome of treatment when the surrounding skin of an ulcer becomes macerated. The nurse should:
a. obtain a wound culture.
b. apply pressure-reducing devices.
c. use dressings with increased moisture absorption.
d. monitor the patient for systemic signs and symptoms.
C
Select a dressing that has increased moisture-absorbing capacity. Dressings that increase moisture absorption will result in dryer skin that is less macerated. A wound culture is not indicated for macerated skin unless an increase in drainage or development of necrotic tissue occurs. Pressure-reducing devices are not indicated for macerated skin. Macerated skin is a local reaction; the patient would not need systemic monitoring unless the pressure ulcer extended beyond the original margins.
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