Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has severe burns. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when caring for a client with severe burns?
Correct answer
B,D
Rationale
Severe burns require pain management with opioid analgesics due to excruciating pain and benzodiazepines to manage anxiety. Cooling with ice water can cause vasoconstriction and worsen tissue damage; tepid water is preferred. Systemic antibiotics are not routine unless infection is present. Laying the bed flat is inappropriate as raising the head helps maintain airway patency.