The client experienced a sports-related injury to his leg. During the morning assessment, what signs of inflammation will the nurse most likely assess? (Select all that apply.)
1. Pallor
2. Swelling
3. Pitting edema
4. Warmth
5. Pain
2. Swelling
4. Warmth
5. Pain
Rationale:
Swelling, warmth, and pain are signs of inflammation. Pallor is not a sign of inflammation; redness is. Pitting edema is not a sign of inflammation.
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