ATI PN Fundamentals 2020 NGN Exam 1
ATI PN Fundamentals 2020 NGN Exam 1 ( 51 Questions)
A nurse is preparing to perform a wound irrigation for a client who has a stage 3 pressure injury. Which of the following supplies should the nurse plan to use?
The correct answer. A piston syringe is used for wound irrigation to deliver a controlled and directed flow of fluid to clean the wound. It helps remove debris and promote healing. This choice aligns with wound irrigation best practices.
Barrier ointment is not typically used for wound irrigation. Its purpose is to protect intact skin from moisture, friction, and other irritants, rather than to clean wounds.
Chilled irrigation solution is not commonly used for wound irrigation. Room temperature or warm sterile saline is usually recommended for wound cleansing as cold solutions can cause discomfort and vasoconstriction.
Sterile cotton balls are not used for wound irrigation. They may leave fibers in the wound, potentially leading to infection. Wound irrigation is usually performed using sterile syringes, solutions, and appropriate irrigation devices.
Choice A rationale:
The correct answer. A piston syringe is used for wound irrigation to deliver a controlled and directed flow of fluid to clean the wound. It helps remove debris and promote healing. This choice aligns with wound irrigation best practices.
Choice B rationale:
Barrier ointment is not typically used for wound irrigation. Its purpose is to protect intact skin from moisture, friction, and other irritants, rather than to clean wounds.
Choice C rationale:
Chilled irrigation solution is not commonly used for wound irrigation. Room temperature or warm sterile saline is usually recommended for wound cleansing as cold solutions can cause discomfort and vasoconstriction.
Choice D rationale:
Sterile cotton balls are not used for wound irrigation. They may leave fibers in the wound, potentially leading to infection. Wound irrigation is usually performed using sterile syringes, solutions, and appropriate irrigation devices.