NCLEX PN Practice Tests Practice Question

The nurse is preparing the sterile field and supplies for a wet-to-damp dressing change. Which of the following actions by the nurse would require follow-up?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Using saline from a bottle opened 30 hours ago risks contamination, as sterile solutions are typically discarded after 24 hours. Keeping the field in view and placing gauze appropriately maintain sterility.

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