Skin Biopsy Nursing: Pre- and Post-Procedure Care

Preoperative Nursing Responsibilities

• Obtain signed informed consent.
• Explain procedure, answer questions.
• Assess medical history, medications, allergies.
• Inspect skin for infection/inflammation.
• Clean biopsy site with antiseptic.
• Administer local anesthetic.

Postoperative Nursing Responsibilities

• Apply bandage; instruct to keep dry.
• Provide analgesia as needed.
• Monitor for bleeding, infection.
• Educate on infection signs (redness, swelling, pus, fever).
• Schedule follow-up for results.