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

question 23

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 technique should the nurse suggest to remove this material?

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

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