An Expected Client Outcome Is, the Client Will Remain Free

question 21

Multiple Choice

An expected client outcome is, The client will remain free of infection by discharge. When evaluating the client's progress, the nurse notes the client's vital signs are within normal limits, the white blood cell count is 12,000, and the client's abdominal wound has a half-inch gap at the lower end with yellow-green discharge. Which statement would be an appropriate evaluation statement?

• A) Goal partially met; client identified fever and presence of wound discharge.
• B) Client understands the signs and symptoms of infection.
• C) Goal partially met; client able to perform activities of daily living.
• D) Goal not met; white blood cell count elevated, presence of yellow-green discharge from wound.

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