Burns Test Banks Exam Questions (58 Terms) With Verified Definitions Updated 2024

Burn pt has a nursing dx of impaired mobility r/t limited ROM resulting from pain. What is the best intervention? A. Have pt perform ROM when pain is not present. B. Provide analgesic meds before physical activity and exercise. C. Teach the importance of exercise to prevent contractures. D. Arrange for physical therapist to encourage exercise during hydrotherapy. {Ans: B. Provide analgesic meds before physical activity and exercise.}A patient who was found unconscious in a burning house is brought to the emergency department by ambulance. The nurse notes that the patient's skin color is bright red. Which action should the nurse take first? a. Insert two large-bore IV lines. b. Check the patient's orientation. c. Place the patient on 100% O2 using a nonrebreather mask. d. Assess for singed nasal hair and dark oral mucous membranes. {Ans: c. Place the patient on 100% O2 using a nonrebreather mask. The patient's history and skin color suggest carbon monoxide poisoning, which should be treated by rapidly starting O2 at 100%. The other actions can be taken after the action to correct gas exchange.}An employee spills industrial acid on both arms and legs at work. What action should the occupational health