An Adult Client Is Incontinent and Wears Incontinence Briefs When

question 6

Multiple Choice

An adult client is incontinent and wears incontinence briefs when using a wheelchair.An irritated rash has developed in the perianal area.What care should the nurse provide to reduce the risk of the development of skin maceration which may lead to a pressure ulcer?

• A)Wash the area with soap and hot water at every brief change
• B)Apply a petroleum-based cream to the area after cleaning
• C)Wipe the skin with an alcohol-free barrier film agent after cleaning
• D)Keep the client in bed on absorbent pads until the area clears

Recognize the phenomenon of unconscious processing and distinguish it from conscious processing.

Describe the role and functionality of workspace neurons in consciousness and cognitive processes.

Understand sleep patterns across different age groups and the necessity of sleep.

Grasp the mechanisms and theories related to dreaming, including the activation-synthesis hypothesis.

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Definitions:

Incisional Pain

Pain that occurs at the site of a surgical incision, often experienced after surgery as the wound heals.

Shallow Respirations

Breathing that is abnormally rapid and not deep enough, potentially leading to decreased oxygen intake and buildup of carbon dioxide.

Anesthesia

Medication used to prevent pain during surgery by causing loss of sensation or consciousness.

Conscious Sedation

A medical procedure involving the administration of drugs that reduce consciousness, allowing patients to be comfortable but responsive.