Which of the following would you include in the care of a patient who has had electrocauterization?
A. Tell the patient to call the doctor if the blister becomes too painful
B. Encourage the patient to apply ice to the surgical site
C. Explain to the patient that a scab or crust generally forms over the area
D. Tell the patient to protect the site from sun exposure
E. Cleanse the wound with an antiseptic and apply a sterile dressing
Answer: C
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