A Patient with an Open Abdominal Wound Has a Complete

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient with an open abdominal wound has a complete blood cell ( CBC ) count and differential, which indicate an increase in white blood cells (WBCs) and a shift to the left. The nurse anticipates that the next action will be to

• A) obtain wound cultures.
• B) start antibiotic therapy.
• C) redress the wound with wet-to-dry dressings.
• D) continue to monitor the wound for purulent drainage.

Appreciate the importance of thorough information gathering and reporting in clinical settings.

Comprehend the ethical considerations in the accessibility of test data and reports.

Know the significance of client's cognitive functioning assessment.

Understand the guidelines for writing effective and ethical reports.

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