Which instructions should the nurse provide to the patient being treated with scabies?
“Wash linens, clothes and towels.”
“Dry clean all linens, towels, and clothes.”
“Remove infested pets from the home.”
“Discard infested mattresses.”
The Correct Answer is A
A. “Wash linens, clothes and towels.”
Scabies mites can survive for up to 2–3 days on fabrics. Washing items in hot water and drying on high heat effectively kills mites.
B. “Dry clean all linens, towels, and clothes.”
Not necessary; washing with hot water is sufficient and more accessible.
C. “Remove infested pets from the home.”
Scabies is species-specific. Human scabies mites do not live on pets.
D. “Discard infested mattresses.”
Mites cannot survive long on surfaces without human contact. Mattresses can be vacuumed and covered if needed.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Restricted movement:
May occur due to pain or immobilization but does not increase metabolic demand significantly.
B. Reduced pain medications:
May increase discomfort but does not directly increase the metabolic rate.
C. Decreased fluid resuscitation:
Leads to hypoperfusion and shock, not increased metabolism.
D. Inflammation caused by the burn:
Correct. Severe burns trigger a hypermetabolic response due to systemic inflammation, catecholamine release, and tissue repair demands.
Correct Answer is ["B","C","D","E"]
Explanation
A. Adequate Tissue Perfusion
While this important in burn management, it is not typically classified as a priority nursing diagnosis in the early stages of treatment.
B. Risk for infection
Burned skin is a lost barrier to pathogens, increasing infection risk.
C. Impaired Gas Exchange
Especially in cases of inhalation injury, airway swelling or carbon monoxide exposure can impair gas exchange.
D. Acute Pain
Burns cause significant pain that requires management for comfort and healing.
E. Fluid Volume Deficit
Burns result in fluid shifts and capillary leakage, leading to hypovolemia.
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