Multiple Choice
A patient with an open leg lesion has a white blood cell (WBC) count of 13,500/µL and a band count of 11%. What prescribed action should the nurse take first?
A) Obtain cultures of the wound.
B) Begin antibiotic administration.
C) Continue to monitor the wound for drainage.
D) Redress the wound with wet-to-dry dressings.
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