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What is the recommended frequency for changing pulse oximetry probes to prevent skin breakdown?
What is the recommended frequency for changing pulse oximetry probes to prevent skin breakdown?
- Every 24 hours
- Every 48 hours
- Every 2 to 6 hours (correct)
- Every 12 hours
What is a primary reason children with ostomies are at risk for skin breakdown?
What is a primary reason children with ostomies are at risk for skin breakdown?
- Decreased appetite
- Limited sun exposure
- Increased mobility
- Possible leakage of body secretions (correct)
What can be used under external equipment to help prevent skin breakdown?
What can be used under external equipment to help prevent skin breakdown?
- Powder
- Alcohol
- Water
- Foam (correct)
How often should a patient at risk for skin breakdown typically be turned?
How often should a patient at risk for skin breakdown typically be turned?
What is one tool used to assess a child's risk for skin breakdown?
What is one tool used to assess a child's risk for skin breakdown?
Flashcards
Monitor equipment sites
Monitor equipment sites
Regularly check areas where medical devices are in contact with the skin.
Padding for Skin Protection
Padding for Skin Protection
Change dressings and implement padding to reduce pressure and irritation.
Ostomy Skin Risk
Ostomy Skin Risk
Children with ostomies are at risk due to potential leakage of body secretions.
Skin Health Factors
Skin Health Factors
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Barrier Creams & Turning
Barrier Creams & Turning
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Study Notes
- Skin breakdown risk exists for children with ostomies due to potential leakage and body secretions.
- Monitor sites where external equipment is used for potential skin breakdown.
- Change dressings regularly for sites with external equipment.
- Consider using foam under external equipment like tubes, IVs, and nasal cannulas to protect the skin.
- Change pulse oximetry probes every 2 to 6 hours to prevent skin breakdown.
- Proper hydration, nourishment, and oxygenation are crucial for skin health.
- Apply barrier cream and diaper rash cream to protect the skin.
- Turn patients every 2 hours to relieve pressure and prevent skin breakdown.
- Utilize the Braden Q scale to assess a child's risk for developing pressure ulcers.
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Description
Protecting children's skin involves vigilant monitoring, regular dressing changes, and proactive measures like foam padding under equipment. Proper hydration, nourishment, and frequent repositioning are crucial. Use barrier creams and the Braden Q scale to assess and mitigate pressure ulcer risks.
