A nurse is collecting data from four clients who have wounds. The nurse should recognize that which of the following clients has a manifestation of a wound infection?

A client who has swelling and tenderness around the wound

A client who has brown crusting over the wound

A client who has serosanguineous drainage from the wound

A client who has urticaria and itching around the wound

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   Swelling and tenderness around the wound are common signs of infection, indicating an inflammatory response to the presence of bacteria.
B.   Brown crusting over the wound may suggest the presence of a scab or dried exudate, which is a normal part of the healing process and not necessarily indicative of infection.
C.   Serosanguineous drainage is a type of wound drainage that is typically not a sign of infection but rather a mix of clear and blood-tinged fluid.
D.   Urticaria and itching around the wound suggest an allergic reaction rather than a wound infection.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Calcium carbonate can cause kidney stones, which may result in flank pain.
B. Tinnitus is not a common adverse effect of calcium carbonate.
C. Calcium carbonate is not known to cause bradycardia.
D. Urinary retention is not a common adverse effect of calcium carbonate.

A. Instruct the client to stay in the bathtub no longer than 20 min. B. Fill the bathtub with water at 48 C (118.4° F). C. Use bath oil in the client’s bathtub D. Provide the client with non-slip bath strips in the bathtub.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. The duration of time in the bathtub should be based on the client's tolerance but should not exceed 20 minutes.
B. Water temperature should be warm but not excessively hot to avoid burns or discomfort.
C. Bath oils can make the bathtub slippery and increase the risk of falls. They should be avoided.
D. Providing non-slip bath strips enhances safety and helps prevent the client from slipping in the bathtub.

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