Practice Question
While caring for a client with a full thickness burn covering 40% of the body surface area (BSA), the nurse observes purulent drainage at the wound. Before reporting this finding to the healthcare provider, the nurse should note which of the client's laboratory values?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Neutrophil count.
Rationale:
🔹Neutrophils are key indicators of infection, especially in clients with burn wounds that are vulnerable to sepsis.
🔹A purulent discharge suggests potential wound infection, which is confirmed or monitored by tracking neutrophil levels as part of the white blood cell differential.
🔹Burn clients often have altered immune responses, so checking neutrophils ensures prompt recognition of infection progression.
🔹Early identification of systemic infection prevents sepsis, which is a major complication in full-thickness burns.
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This question is from RN-HESI Exit~2025 Exam 4 which contains 100 questions.
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Answer Choices:
A. Soak feet daily in hot water no longer than 10 minutes.
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Answer Choices:
A. Leave the client's room and return later in the day.
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Answer Choices:
A. The pressure dressing at right femoral area is moist and oozing blood.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: HESI-Exit Exam(s)
- Domain: HESI Exit Exam(s)~2025
- Answer Choices: 4