The nurse caring for a patient with a pressure ulcer notes the wound is increasing in redness and has more swelling around the wound edges.Which nursing intervention is indicated?
A)Encourage the patient to ingest more fluids.
B)Assess for pain and warmth.
C)Cover the wound with a sterile dry dressing.
D)Dress the wound as prescribed.

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The increase in redness and swelling around the wound edges may indicate infection or inflammation. Assessing for pain and warmth can help determine if these symptoms are present, which are signs of infection.

The Nurse Caring for a Patient with a Pressure Ulcer