Asked by Junior Vargas on Apr 25, 2024
The nurse is using an elastic bandage to secure a dressing on a patient with a left leg wound.The elastic bandage should be wrapped from proximal to distal to promote good circulation.
Elastic Bandage
A stretchable bandage used to create localized pressure, support injured body parts, or reduce swelling.
Proximal To Distal
Refers to the direction of development, movement, or growth from the body’s center towards its extremities.
- Identify measures to prevent adverse outcomes during wound treatment and recovery.
Learning Objectives
- Identify measures to prevent adverse outcomes during wound treatment and recovery.
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