A client with a dog bite is admitted to a local healthcare facility for treatment. What immediate intervention should the nurse perform to treat the client's dog bite?
A) Cleanse the wound with warm, soapy water.
B) Apply direct, firm pressure at the site.
C) Apply an ice pack or ice bag.
D) Apply an Ace roller bandage.
A
Feedback:
When treating the client's dog bite, the nurse should first cleanse the wound with warm, soapy water and rinse the area thoroughly. Next, the nurse should swab the area with alcohol. Applying direct pressure is for controlling hemorrhaging. Ice packs or ice bags are used for swollen areas and heat strokes. Applying an Ace roller bandage is for chest injuries.
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