ATI PN Custom Fundamentals CH 38 Liz

ATI PN Custom Fundamentals CH 38 Liz ( 53 Questions)

Question 6 :
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When preparing to change a sterile dressing over an incision, it is most important to remember to:

Correct Answer: C

Choice A rationale:

While it’s important for the patient to remain still during the procedure, this is not the most important aspect of changing a sterile dressing.

Choice B rationale:

Placing a discard bag close to the wound can increase the risk of infection.

Choice C rationale:

Changing gloves after removing the old dressing is crucial to maintain sterility and prevent infection.

Choice D rationale:

Refraining from talking while the wound is uncovered can help prevent infection, but it’s not as important as changing gloves after removing the old dressing.




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