The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with a Continuous

question 6

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with a continuous local anaesthetic. Which of the following interventions will the nurse perform?

• A) Assess for pain every two to four hours while the client is awake.
• B) Change dressing every two to four hours.
• C) Check the dressing every shift.
• D) Assess for signs of toxicity.
• E) Check the site of the catheter.

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