A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has partial-thickness and full-thickness burns on their lower extremities. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend including in the plan of care?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Administer filgrastim: Filgrastim is used to stimulate white blood cell production in clients with neutropenia. It is not a standard intervention for burn patients unless they develop severe immunosuppression. B. Monitor the effects of dantrolene: Dantrolene is indicated for malignant hyperthermia, not for burn management. Monitoring its effects is not relevant to the care of clients with partial- and full-thickness burns. C. Initiate protective isolation: Clients with significant burns are at high risk for infection due to skin barrier loss. Protective isolation helps minimize exposure to pathogens, which is critical for preventing sepsis and promoting wound healing. D. Wear a dosimeter when providing client care: Dosimeters are used to monitor exposure to ionizing radiation, which is not relevant in standard burn care. This intervention is unnecessary for routine burn management.