When Assessing a Patient with a Hydrocolloid Dressing,the Nurse Finds

question 23

Multiple Choice

When assessing a patient with a hydrocolloid dressing,the nurse finds the formation of a soft,white-yellow gel that is adherent to the wound and has a very slight odor.The nurse evaluates this outcome as:

• A)an expected occurrence.
• B)a wound infection requiring a culture.
• C)an adverse reaction to the hydrocolloid components.
• D)excessive exudate requiring a different type of dressing.

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