The nurse assesses a surgical patient the morning of the first postoperative day and notes redness and warmth around the incision. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

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The incisional redness and warmth are signs of normal wound healing, and the nurse should document the wound appearance and continue to monitor the wound every shift. Notification of the health care provider, assessment every 2 hours, and obtaining wound cultures are not indicated because the healing is progressing normally.

The Nurse Assesses a Surgical Patient the Morning of the First