Exhibits The practical nurse (PN) is preparing to change the turban dressing. For each intervention, click to indicate whether it is indicated or not indicated for the dressing change. Each row must have one
Explanation & Rationale
Clean the site using sterile gauze and sterile water. Indicated: The turban dressing should be changed using sterile techniques to prevent infection and ensure proper wound care. Place client in a private room. Not Indicated: The client is already on contact precautions for MRSA, so the private room is a general requirement and not a specific intervention for the dressing change. Avoid hand sanitizer after the procedure. Not Indicated: Hand sanitizer is typically used before and after procedures. For MRSA contact precautions, hand hygiene is critical, and proper hand washing or using hand sanitizer is recommended after the procedure. Place the soiled dressing in a red biohazard bag. Indicated: The soiled dressing is considered contaminated and should be disposed of in a red biohazard bag to prevent the spread of infection. Use sterile gloves to remove the old dressing. Indicated: Sterile gloves are required for removing and replacing the dressing to maintain a sterile field and prevent infection.