the nurse is caring for a client who develops compartment syndrome from a severely fractured arm the client asks how this can happen what is the best
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. The nurse is caring for a client who develops compartment syndrome from a severely fractured arm. The client asks how this can happen. What is the best response by the nurse?

Correct answer: C

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2. 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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3. A client has AIDS. Which of these findings indicate possible infection?

Correct answer: C

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4. A client has an open wound with creamy thick yellow drainage. How would the nurse document this finding?

Correct answer: A

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5. A wound has a blood-tinged liquid that is dripping from the surgical site. How does the nurse document this finding?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

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