A patient, admitted with frostbite burns to his feet, is receiving pain medication, fluid replacement, and monitoring for any signs of organ dysfunction
The nurse realizes this approach to care for a patient with frostbite is considered 1. aggressive.
2. controversial.
3. conservative.
4. innovative.
3
Rationale: Since it may take weeks before there is a clear demarcation between viable and nonviable tissue with frostbite injuries, patients are treated conservatively which includes fluid support, pain management, and ongoing assessment of organ functioning. This approach to treatment is not aggressive, controversial or innovative.
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