Rn Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Proctored Exam - St. Joseph
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is at risk for developing a surgical wound infection?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Normal blood glucose levels support optimal wound healing; hyperglycemia, not euglycemia, delays healing. B. A normal WBC count indicates no active infection or immune suppression. C. A BMI of 32 indicates obesity, which is a significant risk factor for postoperative wound infection. Adipose tissue has poor vascularity, impairs oxygenation, and delays collagen synthesis, making infection more likely. Additionally, skin folds can harbor moisture and bacteria. D. A normal temperature reflects absence of fever and infection.
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