A Child Is Upset Because,when the Cast Is Removed from Her

question 21

Multiple Choice

A child is upset because,when the cast is removed from her leg,the skin surface is caked with desquamated skin and sebaceous secretions.What should the nurse suggest to remove this material?

• A)Soak in a bathtub.
• B)Vigorously scrub the leg.
• C)Apply powder to absorb material.
• D)Carefully pick material off of the leg.

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Definitions:

Lens

A piece of transparent material with at least one curved surface, which refracts or focuses light rays.

Iris

The colored part of the eye surrounding the pupil that controls the amount of light entering the eye.

Pupil

The circular opening in the center of the eye that allows light to enter and reach the retina, adjusting in size to regulate the amount of light.

Cornea

The clear, protective outer layer of the eye that helps to focus incoming light.