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24. 2. Poorly controlled diabetes is a serious risk factor for postoperative wound infection. Other factors that delay wound healing include advanced age, nutritional deficiencies (vitamin C, protein, zinc), inadequate blood supply, use of corticosteroid, infection, mechanical friction on the wound, obesity , anemia, and poor general health.

36. 3. When assessing a client with dark skin, the nurse should observe for skin that is darker, brownish, purplish, or bluish compared to surrounding skin. Fluorescent light casts a blue light, making skinassessment difficult; natural or halogen light sources help to accurately assess the skin . Risk assessment using the Braden Scale should be performed on all clients. A Braden score of 12 indicates a high risk for pressure ulcer, and the lower the Braden score, the higher the risk (no risk 19 to 23, at risk 15 to 18, moderate risk 13 to 14, high risk 10 to 12, and very high risk 9 or below). The nurse should touch the skin to assess consistency and temperature differences.

42. 1, 2, 3, 5, 6. Risk factors associated with skin cancer include age, exposure to chemical pollutants , exposure to the sun , genetics, and immunosuppression. As individuals age, the risk of developing skin cancer increases. Long-time exposure to the sun and exposure to chemical pollutants (nitrates, coal , tar, etc.) increases the risk of skin cancer. Individuals who have less skin pigmentation (ie, fair, blue-eyed people) have a higher risk of skin cancer because they tend to incur sunburns rather than tan. Family history plays a role in cancer. Regardless , immunosuppressed individuals are at a higher risk for the development of any type of cancer, as the body's defenses are not functioning properly.

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What is the primary goal of nursing care during the emergent phase after a burn injury?

The emergent phase begins with the onset of burn injury and lasts until the completion of fluid resuscitation or a period of about the first 24 hours. During the emergent phase, the priority of client care involves maintaining an adequate airway and treating the client for burn shock.

What are the top three priorities for caring for a patient with burns?

The main priorities in burn emergency care are as follows: blood circulation, respiration and airway management. After a primary stabilization in respiration and blood circulation, it is important to examine and classify the injuries in terms of the burn percentage.

What is always the first priority in treating a burn victim?

The first priority in treating the burn victim is to ensure that the airway (breathing passages) remains open. Associated smoke inhalation injury is very common, particularly if the patient has been burned in a closed space, such as a room or building. Even patients burned in an open area may sustain smoke inhalation.

What is the primary management of burns?

Hold the burned area under cool (not cold) running water or apply a cool, wet compress until the pain eases. Don't use ice. Putting ice directly on a burn can cause further damage to the tissue. Remove rings or other tight items.

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