A Nurse Is Teaching a Patient Who Has a Second-Degree

question 5

Multiple Choice

A nurse is teaching a patient who has a second-degree burn on one arm about the use of a topical anesthetic for pain. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?

• A) "I will apply a thin layer of the medication to a small area of skin."
• B) "I will cover the burn with a dressing after applying the medication."
• C) "I will make sure to apply the medication to the entire burn area."
• D) "I will use the medication only on the most painful, blistered areas."

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