A Client Has a Wound on the Left Lateral Aspect

question 27

Multiple Choice

A client has a wound on the left lateral aspect of the thigh. Which action by the nurse would best promote wound healing for this client?

• A)Positioning the client to keep weight off the wound
• B)Positioning the client with weight directly on the wound
• C)Restricting fluids
• D)Enforcing strict bedrest

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Definitions:

Distal

Located away from the center or point of reference, often used in anatomy to describe the position of body parts.

Proximal

Refers to being closer to the center or point of reference, typically used in anatomy to describe locations on the body.

Sensory

Relating to or involving the senses or sensation, including sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch.

Gestalt

A psychological theory that proposes the human mind perceives objects not by their individual parts but as a whole, emphasizing the importance of context and patterns.