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The nurse places Dakin solution in a wound to accomplish chemical:

Debridement.

Primary intention.

Healing.

Phagocytosis.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Choice A rationale:

Dakin solution is used for chemical debridement of a wound.

Choice B rationale:

Primary intention is a method of wound healing, not a result of Dakin solution.

Choice C rationale:

While Dakin solution can aid in wound healing, it does not directly cause healing.

Choice D rationale:

Phagocytosis is a process carried out by certain cells in the body, not a result of Dakin solution.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Karaya paste is used for ostomy care, not for dressing changes.

Choice B rationale:

Paper tape might not provide the necessary adhesion for frequent dressing changes.

Choice C rationale:

Elastic adhesive tape is typically used for strains and sprains, not for dressing changes.

Choice D rationale:

Montgomery straps are adhesive strips that can be tied and untied to secure dressings without removing and reapplying tape. This can help reduce skin irritation from repeated tape removal.

A. Moisten it with povidone iodine. B. Pull it off using slow, steady pressure. C. Add normal saline to loosen it. D. Leave it in place and cover it with new, wet dressings.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Moistening the dressing with povidone iodine could cause irritation and is not the best method for removing a dressing stuck to the wound bed.

Choice B rationale:

Pulling off the dressing using slow, steady pressure could cause trauma to the wound bed and increase pain.

Choice C rationale:

Adding normal saline to loosen the dressing minimizes trauma to the wound bed and reduces pain during dressing removal.

Choice D rationale:

Leaving the old dressing in place and covering it with new, wet dressings could lead to infection and is not the best method for managing a dressing stuck to the wound bed.

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