The nurse has initiated measures to promote suppuration of a carbuncle. Which assessment would indicate that these measures have been successful?
a. The area is erythematous and scaly.
b. The area has begun to drain exudate.
c. The area is not erythematous or edematous.
d. The area has stopped draining exudate.
B
Warm soaks two to three times a day can be used to speed the process of suppuration (production of purulent material). Patients should be taught not to touch the exudate.
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___ determine baseline and follow-up sample sizes
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.