When Evaluating a Patient,the Nurse Observes an Unexpected Outcome of Treatment

question 6

Multiple Choice

When evaluating a patient,the nurse observes an unexpected outcome of treatment when the surrounding skin of an ulcer becomes macerated.The nurse should:

• A)obtain a wound culture.
• B)apply pressure-reducing devices.
• C)use dressings with increased moisture absorption.
• D)monitor the patient for systemic signs and symptoms.

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Definitions:

Possess

To have ownership or control over an object or property.

Tenant In Common

A form of co-ownership where each party owns a specific fraction of property, but there is no division of the property itself. Each tenant's share can be passed on to heirs.

Automatically Transfer

The process by which rights, property, or obligations are transferred from one party to another without the need for manual intervention or additional agreement.

Tract

A large area of land.