The nurse is caring for a patient with a compression dressing.Which action indicates appropriate wound care?

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Compression therapy options include compression stockings,elastic tubular support bandages,intermittent compression devices,a paste bandage such as Unna boot,or placement of two to four layers of compression dressings to the affected area.Venous return is accomplished as the patient moves his leg and achieves pressure on the calf muscles.Compression dressings can be placed over wound dressings.The dressings help to reduce ulcer pain,keep the wound moist,and assist debridement.The dressing is changed from every 2 to 3 days to every few weeks depending on the type of dressing applied.An alcohol-based cleanser would be drying and harsh.Compression dressings do not necessitate use of a face mask.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Compression