In caring for a stage IV pressure ulcer,the nurse assesses creamy yellow drainage with a necrotic odor.Which type of bacteria most likely causes this exudate?

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Creamy yellow drainage is usually caused by Staphylococcus infections.Proteus is associated with a beige discharge having a fishy odor.Brown discharge having a fecal odor is seen in Bacteroides.Pseudomonas-containing wounds produce a green-blue discharge with a fruity odor.

In Caring for a Stage IV Pressure Ulcer,the Nurse Assesses