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lidoalex · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is assessing a patient with a diagnosis of inflammation. The nurse would expect to find which of the following signs and symptoms consistent with acute inflammation? (select all that apply)

a. Heat
b. Erythema
c. Pain
d. Swelling
e. Paleness
f. Loss of function

Question 2

The nurse identified each of the following clinical manifestations of inflammation. Which would the nurse classify as a local response? (select all that apply)

a. Fever
b. Redness
c. Swelling
d. Heat
e. Pain

tjayeee · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D, F
The classic symptoms of acute inflammation include redness (erythema), heat, swelling, pain, and loss of function. Paleness would indicate poor circulation, not inflammation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D, E
Local manifestations of inflammation are the result of the vascular changes associated with the inflammatory process, including vasodilation and increased capillary permeability. The symptoms include redness, heat, swelling, and pain. Fever is a symptom of infection.