ATI PN Custom Fundamentals CH 38 Liz
ATI PN Custom Fundamentals CH 38 Liz ( 53 Questions)
You assist the patient to specifically improve his healing ability by encouraging (Select all that apply.)
Proper nutrition with adequate protein and vitamin C is essential for wound healing as these nutrients are needed for collagen synthesis.
Resting as much as possible and keeping the incisional area still may not necessarily aid in healing. Movement can actually promote circulation and healing.
Increasing fluid intake to at least 4000 mL per day can help keep the body hydrated, which is beneficial for wound healing.
Keeping skin and surrounding tissue clean and dry can help prevent infection, which can delay wound healing.
Exercise and deep breathing can increase oxygenation, which is beneficial for wound healing.
E.
Choice A rationale:
Proper nutrition with adequate protein and vitamin C is essential for wound healing as these nutrients are needed for collagen synthesis.
Choice B rationale:
Resting as much as possible and keeping the incisional area still may not necessarily aid in healing. Movement can actually promote circulation and healing.
Choice C rationale:
Increasing fluid intake to at least 4000 mL per day can help keep the body hydrated, which is beneficial for wound healing.
Choice D rationale:
Keeping skin and surrounding tissue clean and dry can help prevent infection, which can delay wound healing.
Choice E rationale:
Exercise and deep breathing can increase oxygenation, which is beneficial for wound healing.