A child is upset because, when the cast is removed from her leg, the skin surface is caked with desquamated skin and sebaceous secretions. What should the nurse suggest to remove this material?
a. Wash the area with warm water and soap.
b. Vigorously scrub leg.
c. Apply powder to absorb material.
d. Carefully pick material off leg.
A
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A Simple soaking in the bathtub is usually sufficient for the removal of the
desquamated skin and sebaceous secretions.
B The parents and child should be advised not to scrub the leg vigorously or
forcibly remove this material because it may cause excoriation and bleeding.
C Oil or lotion, but not powder, may provide comfort for the child.
D The parents and child should be advised not to scrub the leg vigorously or
forcibly remove this material because it may cause excoriation and bleeding.
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