A diabetic patient presents to the clinic for a dressing change. The wound is located on the right foot and has purulent yellow drainage. Which action will the nurse take to prevent the spread of infection?
a. Position the patient comfortably on the stretcher.
b. Explain the procedure for dressing change to the patient.
c. Review the medication list that the patient brought from home.
d. Don gloves and other appropriate personal protective equipment.
ANS: D
Localized infections are most common in the skin or with mucous membrane breakdown. Wear gloves and other personal protective equipment as appropriate when examining or providing treatment to localized infected areas to create a protective barrier. Positioning the patient, explaining the procedure, and reviewing the medication list are all tasks that need to be completed, but they do not prevent the spread of infection.
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