Select the action that the clinic nurse should take first when an adult client with a severe sunburn of the chest, back, face, and legs is seen in the clinic.
A)Begin an IV line of D5/0.45NS to run at 150 mL per hour.
B)Give the client a prescribed pain medication.
C)Apply a prescribed antimicrobial ointment to the burn areas to prevent infection.
D)Discuss with the client the risks of developing skin cancer related to repeated sun exposure.

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Pain management is a priority in the care of a client with severe sunburn to provide immediate relief and comfort.

Select the Action That the Clinic Nurse Should Take First