The Patient Requires Support,and an Abdominal Binder Is Ordered

question 26

Multiple Choice

The patient requires support,and an abdominal binder is ordered.How does the nurse correctly implement the use of the binder?

• A) By using it as a replacement for underlying dressings
• B) By keeping it loose for patient comfort
• C) By having the patient sit or stand when it is applied
• D) By making sure the patient has adequate ventilatory capacity

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