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roselinechinyere27m

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A home health nurse has a caseload of several postoperative clients. Which one would be most likely to require a longer period of care?
 
  A) An infant
  B) A young adult
  C) A middle adult
  D) An older adult

Question 2

Which is an example of a closed wound?
 
  A) Abrasion
  B) Ecchymosis
  C) Incision
  D) Puncture wound


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
An older adult heals more slowly than do children and adults as a result of physiologic changes of aging, resulting in diminished fibroblastic activity and circulation. Older adults are also more likely to have one or more chronic illnesses, with pathologic changes that impede the healing process.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
A closed wound results from a blow, force, or strain caused by trauma (such as a fall, an assault, or a motor vehicle crash). The skin surface is not broken, but soft tissue is damaged, and internal injury and hemorrhage may occur. Examples include ecchymosis and hematomas. An open wound occurs from intentional or unintentional trauma. The skin surface is broken, providing a portal of entry for microorganisms. Bleeding, tissue damage, and increased risk for infection and delayed healing may accompany open wounds. Examples include incisions and abrasions.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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