A client with a large abdominal wound requires a dressing change every 4 hours. The client will be ...

A client with a large abdominal wound requires a dressing change every 4 hours. The client will be discharged to the home setting, where the dressing care will be continued. Which of the fol-lowing is true concerning this client's wound healing process?
 
  1. An antiseptic agent is best followed with a rinse of sterile saline solution.
  2. A heat lamp should be used every 2 hours to rid the wound area of contaminants.
  3. Sterile technique should be emphasized to the client and family.
  4. A dressing covering will allow the wound area to remain moist.