Which one of the following statements about wound dressings is true?
A) Occlusive dressings should be used for most wounds.
B) The ideal dressing for most wounds is sterile, absorbent, and nonstick.
C) A dressing is used to secure bandages in place.
D) Most dressings are made to stick to the wound to aid in bleeding control.
B
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A 24-year-old man was shocked while working on his house's electrical system. Assessment reveals a minor burn to the fingers on his left hand. Aside from being slightly shaky, he states he feels fine and does not see the need to be treated further or transported to the hospital. What statement would you make before allowing him to refuse additional care and transport?
A) "You really need to be evaluated in the hospital emergency department. The shock puts you at high risk for a stroke within the next 48 hours." B) "You need to get the burn site cleaned to avoid infection. This can be done in the hospital emergency department." C) "Electrical burns typically increase in pain as time goes on. The hospital emergency department can give you pain medication." D) "It would be best to let the emergency physician check you out. Electrical shocks can damage the heart."
To "flash autoclave" an instrument, the following must be done:
450 degrees F unwrapped for 12 seconds 280 degrees F wrapped for 25 minutes 8 minutes for a wrapped load at 250 degrees F at 30 psi 30 minutes for a wrapped load at 250 degrees F at 24 psi