In assessing a client's wound, which finding assists the nurse in determining that the wound is infected? (Select all that apply.)
a. It is open.
b. It has granulation tissue.
c. It is inflamed.
d. It has an odor.
e. It has heavy exudates.
f. It contains necrotic tissue.
C, D, E
A wound that is open can be contaminated but not necessarily infected. Granulation tissue is a healthy response. The presence of inflammation, odor, and exudate is an indication that the wound should be cultured to assess for infection.
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