Marissa Walton Is Transferred to the OR from the Burn

question 21

Multiple Choice

Marissa Walton is transferred to the OR from the burn unit for debridement of the partial-thickness burn areas and a dressing change under anesthesia.What important preparation for the procedure will the perioperative nurse perform before Marissa arrives in the OR?

• A) Procure the allograft skin from the freezer and begin the thaw process.
• B) Procure a basic plastic instrument set plus a knife dermatome and sterile mineral oil.
• C) Prewarm the OR to above the ambient high temperature for an adult.
• D) Collaborate with the anesthesia provider to determine fluid replacement requirements.

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