Surrounding tissue destroyed by burn is an area identified as the zone of stasis
Which nursing interventions are designed to protect this zone from further damage? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Strict adherence to infection control measures
2. Elevation of the burned area
3. Early focus on feeding the patient
4. Managing fluid resuscitation
5. Administration of medications to prevent myoglobin release from cells
1,2,4
Rationale 1: Infection control measures are part of the prompt and appropriate wound care necessary to protect this area.
Rationale 2: Elevation of the burned area helps to control edema.
Rationale 3: Nutrition is important in wound healing, but early feeding is not critical to the survival of these tissues.
Rationale 4: Systemic fluid resuscitation helps to support this tissue.
Rationale 5: Myoglobin release is not an immediate problem to these cells.
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