The nurse is preparing the necessary supplies to change a client's large abdominal wound dressing
In deciding which supplies are necessary, the nurse reviews the purpose of the client's bandage, including: Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Securing a dressing.
2. Protecting the skin.
3. Preventing injury.
4. Padding the skin surfaces.
5. Applying pressure.
1,2,3
Rationale: The bandage is being used to secure the dressing.
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