Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
Simulated
The occupational health nurse is called to the scene of a traumatic amputation of a finger. Which intervention should the nurse implement prior to sending the client to the ED? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,D
Rationale
Rinsing with saline, wrapping in moist gauze, and sealing in a plastic bag preserve the amputated finger for reimplantation. Iced saline damages tissue, and replacing on the hand is incorrect.