The nurse who works at a homeless clinic wants to improve healing of chronic wounds in clients living on the streets.Which of the following would be the best action to take to improve client outcomes?

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Health problems faced by the homeless often are related directly to poor access to preventive health care services.Proper wound care relies on cleanliness; however,those living on the streets do not typically have ready access to soap and water.The nurse can help by designating a wound room,in which clients can safely carry out wound care activities taught during clinic visits.If the wound is not kept clean,it is unlikely that antibiotics will be able to prevent an infection,and the antibiotics will not promote wound healing.Handing out bandaging supplies does not address being able to wash the wound on a regular basis.Monitoring of the wound will not assist in wound healing.

The Nurse Who Works at a Homeless Clinic Wants to Improve