A patient, 3 days postoperative, tells the nurse that her wound is a little more painful today than it was yesterday. Which of the following would be important information to document about the patient's wound? Select all that apply
1. Skin turgor
2. Color of drainage
3. Length of wound
4. Odor of drainage
5. Closed or open
ANS: 2, 3, 4, 5
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