Patient Data Exhibits Click to indicate which education instructions the nurse should include to prevent future cellulitis and promote healing when preparing the client for discharge. Each column must have at least one response selected.

• Refrain from sharing towels and razors with others: Prevents transmission of bacteria that can enter through minor skin breaks and cause cellulitis. Maintaining personal hygiene items reduces the risk of reinfection or spreading pathogens to others. • Complete full course of antibiotic therapy: Promotes healing by ensuring that the bacterial infection is fully eradicated. Stopping antibiotics prematurely can lead to treatment failure, recurrence, or development of resistant organisms. • Wash hands before and after touching open wounds including bug bites: Prevents future cellulitis by reducing the likelihood of introducing bacteria to compromised skin. Proper hand hygiene is a key preventive measure for both the client and caregivers. • Shower daily with antibacterial soap: Helps prevent future cellulitis by reducing bacterial load on the skin. Regular cleansing is particularly important in clients with diabetes or peripheral vascular disease, who are more prone to skin infections. • Eat foods which contain protein and vitamin C: Promotes healing by supporting tissue repair and immune function. Adequate nutrition enhances wound healing, reduces recovery time, and strengthens defenses against infection.