Asked by Jocelyn Perkins on Jun 14, 2024

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The nurse is performing a moist-to-dry dressing. The nurse has prepared the supplies, solution, and removed the old dressing. In which order will the nurse implement the steps, starting with the first one?
1) Apply sterile gloves.
2) Cover and secure topper dressing.
3) Assess wound and surrounding skin.
4) Moisten gauze with prescribed solution.
5) Gently wring out excess solution and unfold.
6) Loosely pack until all wound surfaces are in contact with gauze.

A) 4, 3, 1, 5, 6, 2
B) 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 2
C) 4, 1, 3, 5, 6, 2
D) 1, 4, 3, 5, 6, 2

Moist-to-dry Dressing

A wound care technique involving the application of a moist dressing that is allowed to dry before removal, aiding in the removal of dead tissue.

Sterile Gloves

Gloves that have been treated to eliminate all forms of microbial life, used in medical procedures to maintain a sterile environment and prevent infections.

Topper Dressing

A wound care product used to cover a primary dressing for additional protection or absorption.

  • Acquire knowledge on the procedures and key principles in managing and changing wound dressings.
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Matias QuintanaJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The steps for a moist-to-dry dressing are as follows: (1) Apply sterile gloves; (2) assess appearance of surrounding skin; (3) moisten gauze with prescribed solution. (4) Gently wring out excess solution and unfold; apply gauze as single layer directly onto wound surface. (5) If wound is deep, gently pack dressing into wound base by hand until all wound surfaces are in contact with gauze; (6) cover with sterile dry gauze and secure topper dressing.