The nurse is providing care for a client after surgery for repair for a penetrating wound to the abdomen.Which characteristic of the wound will make the nurse most vigilant for signs of infection?

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Penetrating wounds, especially those where the object remains embedded until surgery, are at a higher risk for infection. The presence of a foreign object can introduce bacteria deep into the tissues and create an environment conducive to infection.

The Nurse Is Providing Care for a Client After Surgery