Surgical Wound Dressing Procedure

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What is the primary reason for pulling down the lower lid when administering eye drops?

To clean the eyelids

To avoid touching the eye with the dropper

ToIntialized the conjunctival sac (correct)

To assess the eye for redness and drainage

Why is it important to apply pressure after administering eye drops?

To clean the eyelids

To prevent the patient from rubbing their eye

To prevent medication from going into the lacrimal duct (correct)

To assess the eye for redness and drainage

What is the correct technique for administering ear drops to a child?

Pull the ear up and back

Pull the ear down and back (correct)

Pull the ear to the side

Pull the ear forward and down

What should be done if there is drainage in the ear when administering ear drops?

Clean the ear before administering the ear drops Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to wait 5 minutes between administering two different ear drop medications?

To prevent the medications from interacting Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for using a rectal suppository?

When the patient has a bowel obstruction and cannot take medication orally Signup and view all the answers

How far should a suppository be inserted into the anus for an adult?

4 inches Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rinsing the mouth after using an inhaler?

To avoid accumulation of bacteria and yeast Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended time for the patient to wait between each puff of an inhaler?

1-5 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of attaching the MDI to a spacer?

To facilitate the administration of medication into the lungs Signup and view all the answers

Why is the left-lying Sims position recommended for patients receiving a rectal suppository?

To facilitate the insertion of the suppository Signup and view all the answers

What is the fastest rate of absorption among the three types of injection?

Intramuscular Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of tapping the stem of the ampule before preparing medication?

To move the medication into the body of the ampule Signup and view all the answers

When preparing medication from a vial, what should be done to the top of the vial before piercing it with a needle?

Wipe with antimicrobial swab and allow to dry Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of mixing two insulins in one syringe?

Clear into cloudy Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when administering an intradermal injection?

Massaging the site after injection Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to the NPH vial before mixing with regular insulin?

Roll the vial in the palms of the hands Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of assessing lung sounds and vital signs before administering medication through a small-volume nebulizer?

To create a baseline for evaluating the effectiveness of the medication Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of steps for a patient using a small-volume nebulizer?

Prepare prescribed dose, attach cup to the nebulizer, attach the stem to the oxygen source, and have the patient place into their mouth Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of a dry-powder (DPI) steroid type inhaler?

It eliminates the need to activate the inhaler Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended time to wait between each puff when using a DPI inhaler?

1-5 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of rinsing the mouth after using a small-volume nebulizer or DPI inhaler?

To remove any remaining medication or residue Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct technique for using a DPI inhaler?

Take a deep breath in, remove inhaler, and hold breath Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of negative pressure wound therapy?

To remove excess fluids and stimulate new tissue growth Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence of steps when removing a surgical wound dressing?

Remove the old dressing, note the amount, type, color, and odor of discharge, and then perform hand hygiene Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Braden scale in pressure injury prevention?

To assess the risk of pressure injury Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct method of measuring the depth of a pressure ulcer?

Inserting the applicator/swab at a 90-degree angle Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of packing a wound with sterile gauze in pressure injury care?

To absorb excess drainage Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for emptying a Jackson-Pratt drain?

Emptying the chamber every 4-8 hours or when it is half full of drainage Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'three checks of administration' in medication administration?

To ensure the right medication is given to the right patient Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for administering medication through a gastric tube?

Mixing the medication with 10-15mL of water before administration Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of applying a skin protectant around the wound in surgical wound dressing?

To protect the surrounding skin from irritation and excoriation Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for removing a transdermal patch?

Removing the old patch and discarding it properly, then washing the area with soap and water before applying a new patch Signup and view all the answers