The nurse caring for a patient admitted for burns over his torso and upper arms has clothing adhered to the skin.Which nursing action is indicated?

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Leaving the clothing in place and flushing the areas with cooled water is the best choice as attempting to remove clothing adhered to burned skin can cause further trauma and pain to the patient. Flushing the areas with cooled water can help to cool the burn and prevent further injury. It is important to seek medical attention for burns, and a healthcare provider may need to assess and treat the patient's wounds.

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