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A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is at risk for developing a surgical wound infection?

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A. White blood cell Count 8.000/mrn3 (5.000 to 10.000/mm3)

B. Body mass index of 32 ✓ Correct Answer

C. Temperature 363 C (98' F)

D. Blood glucose 90 mg/dL (74 to 106 mg./dL)

Correct Answer:

Body mass index of 32

Rationale:

🔶 A BMI of 32 indicates obesity, which is a significant risk factor for surgical wound infections due to decreased circulation and increased tissue tension.

🔶 Obesity also leads to impaired wound healing, increased subcutaneous fat, and greater friction.

🔶 WBC count, blood glucose, and temperature are within normal limits and do not suggest an infection.

🔶 Blood glucose should be controlled, but within normal limits, it doesn’t immediately suggest infection.

🔷 BMI is a direct contributor to impaired immune function and healing.

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A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is at risk for developing a surgical wound infection?

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