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