a client has an abdominal incision the surgical wound was closed with 10 sutures this surgical wound is healing by what process
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. A client has an abdominal incision. The surgical wound was closed with 10 sutures. This surgical wound is healing by what process?

Correct answer: A

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2. The client is at risk for impaired skin integrity related to the need for several weeks of bedrest. The nurse evaluates the client after 1 week and finds skin integrity is not impaired. In evaluating the plan of care, what is the nurse's best action?

Correct answer: D

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3. The nurse is preparing communication for a provider. The client is experiencing acute pain greater than the severity of the fracture. Distal to the injury, he is experiencing a 'pins and needles' sensation. The pulse is weak and thready but is bounding on all unaffected extremities. What emergent condition does the nurse suspect?

Correct answer: B

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4. A goal for a client with impaired mobility is to prevent skin breakdown. What nursing intervention would best help the client meet this goal?

Correct answer: D

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5. Which of the following would be the most appropriate goal for an elderly client with a nursing diagnosis of risk for injury after hip surgery?

Correct answer: D

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