A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery. Which of the following findings indicates the client should be monitored for delayed wound healing?

Rationale: A. Albumin level 5.3 g/dL (3.5 to 5 g/dL): An albumin level of 5.3 g/dL is within the normal range. Adequate albumin levels are necessary for wound healing, and this level suggests that the client has sufficient protein to support the healing process. B. BMI of 23: A BMI of 23 is within the normal weight range, which typically supports adequate healing. A normal BMI indicates that the client is not at increased risk for delayed wound healing due to malnutrition or obesity. C. HbA1c 8.4% (less than 7.9%): An HbA1c of 8.4% indicates poor blood glucose control. Elevated blood glucose levels can impair wound healing by affecting immune function and increasing the risk of infection. D. Braden scale score of 19: A Braden scale score of 19 suggests that the client is at a low risk for developing pressure ulcers. Pressure ulcers can delay wound healing, but this score indicates that the client has a relatively low risk.