ATI Remediation Proctored Exam 3 (Mental and Med Surg)
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a prescription for heat therapy for treatment of cellulitis of the right lower leg. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
Rationale:A. Keeping a heating pad on the leg for extended periods can lead to burns or skin damage. Heat therapy should be applied intermittently with breaks to prevent overheating.B. Wrapping a warm, wet towel and applying it intermittently is appropriate for localized heat therapy and can help reduce inflammation and promote healing.C. Using a heat lamp may not provide consistent or controlled heat application and is not the standard approach for treating cellulitis.D. Soaking the leg in a tub is not recommended as it may introduce bacteria and potentially worsen the infection.
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