A patient who is a construction worker has a chemical injury on his arm caused by lye. What assessment should the nurse make to the arm?
A) Damage to the epithelial tissues
B) Pigment changes
C) Joint immobility
D) Muscle tonicity
Ans: A
Feedback: The most common causes of cellular injury include hypoxia, chemical injury, and infections. These injuries may arise from the external or internal environment.
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