When Providing the Open Method of Treatment for a Patient

question 17

Multiple Choice

When providing the open method of treatment for a patient who is 52 years old with burns to the lower extremities,what would a nurse include in the nursing plan?

• A) Change the dressing using good medical asepsis.
• B) Provide an analgesic immediately after the dressing change.
• C) Perform circulation checks every 2 to 4 hours.
• D) Keep the room temperature at 85°F (29.4°C)to prevent chilling.

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