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    Rn Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Proctored Exam - St. Joseph

    A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who had abdominal surgery 2 days ago. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings indicates the client is at risk for delayed wound healing?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. BMI 35: Obesity (BMI ≥ 30) increases the risk for delayed wound healing due to poor tissue perfusion, decreased oxygenation, and fat tissue’s susceptibility to infection and dehiscence. B. Pain level of 1: Low pain levels are expected and do not affect healing. C. Capillary refill time 1 second: This indicates adequate peripheral perfusion, not impaired healing. D. Oxygen saturation 97%: This is a normal oxygen level and supports wound healing.

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