Biologic dressings are applied to a child with partial-thickness burns of both legs.Nursing actions related to this include:
A)Observing wounds for bleeding.
B)Observing wounds for signs of infection.
C)Monitoring closely for signs of shock.
D)Splinting legs to prevent movement.

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When applied early to a superficial partial-thickness injury,biologic dressings stimulate epithelial growth and faster wound healing.If the dressing covers areas of heavy microbial contamination,infection occurs beneath the dressing.In the case of partial-thickness burns,such infection may convert the wound to a full-thickness injury.Observing wounds for bleeding,monitoring for shock,and splinting legs are important,but infection is the primary concern when biologic dressings are used.

Biologic Dressings Are Applied to a Child with Partial-Thickness Burns