A Patient Has Been Admitted with a Lower Leg Ulcer

question 32

Multiple Choice

A patient has been admitted with a lower leg ulcer. Which findings would suggest to the nurse that care specific to a venous ulcer should be planned?. Select all that apply.

• A) The area around the ulcer is crusted and edematous.
• B) There is copious drainage from the wound.
• C) The ulcer area has a "punched-out" appearance with defined margins.
• D) The area around the wound is spongy.
• E) The patient reports working in an occupation that requires lots of sitting.

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