Which of the following would the nurse use to determine that a client is exhibiting signs and symptoms of chronic osteomyelitis?
A) High fever
B) Persistent draining sinus
C) Rapid pulse
D) Tenderness over the affected area
B
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Persistent draining sinus indicates a chronic infection in a client with osteomyelitis. High fever, rapid pulse, and tenderness or pain over the affected area is evidence of an acute infection.
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