The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Client with a Squamous

question 16

Multiple Choice

The nurse is providing care to a client with a squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) that had a Mohs procedure in the dermatology clinic. Which of the following nursing actions would be included in the postoperative plan of care?

• A)Describe the use of topical fluorouracil on the incision.
• B)Teach how to use sterile technique to clean the suture line.
• C)Schedule daily appointments for wet-to-dry dressing changes.
• D)Educate about use of cold packs to reduce bruising and swelling.

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Definitions:

Neuron

A nerve cell.

Axon

The main protruding branch of a neuron; it carries messages to other cells in the form of electrical impulses.

Neurons

are the basic working units of the brain, specialized cells designed to transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells.

Breastfeed

The act of feeding a baby with milk directly from the mother's breast.