Cellulitis
Cellulitis ( 15 Questions)
A nurse is providing care to a patient with a skin infection. Which nursing interventions are appropriate for this patient? (Select all that apply.).
Administering anticoagulant medication is not an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with a skin infection.
Anticoagulants are used to prevent or treat blood clots and have no direct relevance to managing a skin infection.
Elevating the affected limb is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with a skin infection.
Elevation can help reduce swelling and improve circulation to the affected area, which can aid in the healing process.
Applying warm compresses is a suitable nursing intervention for a skin infection, as it can help promote blood flow to the affected area, alleviate pain, and potentially aid in the drainage of any abscesses or pus.
Encouraging frequent ambulation may or may not be appropriate, depending on the severity and location of the skin infection.
While ambulation can be beneficial for preventing complications such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in some cases, it may not be suitable if the infection is in an area where movement exacerbates symptoms or if the patient's overall condition is too compromised.
Administering NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) for pain relief is generally appropriate for a patient with a skin infection, as it can help manage pain and reduce inflammation.
However, it should be used in conjunction with other appropriate interventions like warm compresses and elevation.
Choice A rationale:
Administering anticoagulant medication is not an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with a skin infection.
Anticoagulants are used to prevent or treat blood clots and have no direct relevance to managing a skin infection.
Choice B rationale:
Elevating the affected limb is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with a skin infection.
Elevation can help reduce swelling and improve circulation to the affected area, which can aid in the healing process.
Choice C rationale:
Applying warm compresses is a suitable nursing intervention for a skin infection, as it can help promote blood flow to the affected area, alleviate pain, and potentially aid in the drainage of any abscesses or pus.
Choice D rationale:
Encouraging frequent ambulation may or may not be appropriate, depending on the severity and location of the skin infection.
While ambulation can be beneficial for preventing complications such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in some cases, it may not be suitable if the infection is in an area where movement exacerbates symptoms or if the patient's overall condition is too compromised.
Choice E rationale:
Administering NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) for pain relief is generally appropriate for a patient with a skin infection, as it can help manage pain and reduce inflammation.
However, it should be used in conjunction with other appropriate interventions like warm compresses and elevation.