Review Hand P and laboratory results

Exhibits

What item(s) should be included in the treatment regimen for this client? Select all that apply.

A. This choice involves culturing a sputum sample collected from the patient to identify the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacterium that causes tuberculosis. A positive result confirms the diagnosis of TB.
B. Hemoccult tests are used to detect hidden (occult) blood in stool samples. While hemoptysis (coughing up blood) can be a symptom of TB, a hemoccult test is not specific for TB diagnosis. It is more commonly used in detecting gastrointestinal bleeding.
C. Imaging studies like chest x-ray or CT scans can reveal abnormalities in the lungs suggestive of TB, such as infiltrates, cavitations, or lymph node enlargement. While these tests can support the diagnosis, they are not definitive on their own.
D. The PPD skin test is a common screening tool for TB exposure. It detects the presence of a delayed hypersensitivity reaction to proteins derived from Mycobacterium tuberculosis. A positive PPD indicates exposure to TB but does not confirm active disease.

A. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell involved in the body's immune response, particularly in fighting bacterial infections. In the context of burns, especially full-thickness burns with purulent drainage, an elevated neutrophil count (neutrophilia) may indicate an ongoing infection. Burn wounds are susceptible to bacterial colonization and infection due to the loss of the skin's protective barrier.
B. Blood pH level refers to the acidity or alkalinity of the blood. While maintaining normal blood pH is crucial for overall health, changes in blood pH are not typically directly related to the presence of purulent drainage in burn wounds.
C. Serum albumin is a protein found in the blood that plays a role in maintaining osmotic pressure and transporting various substances, including drugs and hormones. Low serum albumin levels (hypoalbuminemia) can occur in individuals with severe burns due to increased protein loss through damaged skin and decreased protein synthesis. However, it is not directly related to evaluating purulent drainage from burn wounds.
D. Platelet count: Platelets are blood cells involved in clotting, which is essential for wound healing. While thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) can occur in individuals with severe burns,it is not directly related to assessing infection in burn wounds.