Asked by Rijul Tuteja on Jul 08, 2024
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Two days after a patient undergoes abdominal surgery,his surgical incision is red and slightly edematous; it is oozing a small amount of serosanguineous (pink-tinged serous) fluid.On the basis of these data,what can you conclude? Select all that apply.
A) The wound is most likely infected.
B) This is a vascular response to inflammation.
C) Damaged cells are being regenerated.
D) Exudate formation is occurring.
Abdominal Surgery
Surgical procedures involving the organs of the abdomen to treat diseases or injuries.
Serosanguineous Fluid
A combination of blood and serum, often seen in wound drainage, indicating a mix of clear and bloody fluid.
Vascular Response
The physiological reaction of the blood vessels to various stimuli, including changes in blood flow or pressure.
- Comprehend the physiological alterations linked to stress and the general adaptation syndrome.
- Identify the effects of stress on physical well-being and integrate preventive strategies into patient care.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the physiological alterations linked to stress and the general adaptation syndrome.
- Identify the effects of stress on physical well-being and integrate preventive strategies into patient care.
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