During a Routine Dressing Change,the Nurse Notes a Vesicular Rash

question 24

Multiple Choice

During a routine dressing change,the nurse notes a vesicular rash across the abdomen of a client who is 2 days postop after hysterectomy.The client's a.m.meds,including modafinil (Provigil) ,ibuprofen,and a multivitamin with iron,are due in 30 minutes.What nursing action is essential?

• A)Culture the drainage from the rash.
• B)Give the a.m.medications and plan to show the rash to the health care provider on morning rounds.
• C)Hold the ibuprofen until the nurse can check the client's medical record for drug allergies.
• D)Hold the modafinil and talk to the health care provider about the rash.

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