A postoperative client is moving from the bed to a chair when blood drips from the dressing. The nurse assesses the incision and notes evisceration. What does the nurse do first?
a) Moisten sterile gauze with normal saline and place on any organ.
b) Place a pressure dressing over the opening and secure.
c) Have the client lay quietly on back and call the physician.
d) Place a dry, sterile dressing over the protruding organs.
Answer: Moisten sterile gauze with normal saline and place on any organ.
If the answers is incorrect or not given, you can answer the above question in the comment box. If the answers is incorrect or not given, you can answer the above question in the comment box.