Multiple Choice
The nurse is assessing the client with a wound that is considered chronic. The client asks the nurse to explain the difference between chronic and acute wounds. Which of the following would best describe the primary difference between chronic and acute?
A) Chronic wounds are often full-thickness wounds, but acute wounds are superficial.
B) Chronic wounds are the result of pressure, but acute wounds result from surgery.
C) Chronic wounds are usually infected, whereas acute wounds are contaminated.
D) Chronic wounds exceed the typical healing time, but acute wounds heal readily.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q7: The nurse assesses the surrounding skin of
Q8: The nurse is preparing to apply cold
Q9: The nurse is preparing to perform wound
Q10: What type of wound can be described
Q11: The nurse assesses assigned clients and determines
Q13: The nurse is developing a plan of
Q14: The nurse is developing a teaching plan
Q15: The nurse is reviewing a wound care
Q16: The nurse is reviewing the history and
Q17: Which of the following clients does the