The Nurse Caring for a Patient with a Pressure Ulcer

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse caring for a patient with a pressure ulcer notes the wound is increasing in redness and has more swelling around the wound edges.Which nursing intervention is indicated?

• A)Encourage the patient to ingest more fluids.
• B)Assess for pain and warmth.
• C)Cover the wound with a sterile dry dressing.
• D)Dress the wound as prescribed.

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