The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Large

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with a large venous leg ulcer. What intervention should the nurse implement to promote healing and prevent infection?

A) Provide a high-calorie, high-protein diet.
B) Apply a clean occlusive dressing once daily and whenever soiled.
C) Irrigate the wound with hydrogen peroxide once daily.
D) Apply an antibiotic ointment on the surrounding skin with each dressing change.