Multiple Choice
A patient with an open abdominal wound has a complete blood cell (CBC) count and white blood cell (WBC) differential, which indicates a shift to the left. The nurse will anticipate that the next collaborative intervention will be to
A) redress the wound with wet-to-dry dressings.
B) obtain wound cultures.
C) start antibiotic therapy.
D) continue to monitor the wound for purulent drainage.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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