A patient's postoperative wound has sanguineous drainage with a thick, reddish appearance. The nurse realizes this patient's wound is in which phase of healing?

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Sanguineous drainage with a thick, reddish appearance indicates the presence of red blood cells and inflammatory cells, which are typical during the inflammatory phase of wound healing. During this phase, there is an initial vasoconstriction followed by vasodilation, synthesis of platelet plug, and a temporary clotting cascade that help staunch the wound. The inflammatory phase also involves white blood cells removing debris and contaminants from the wound, as well as preparing the wound bed for ongoing healing.

A Patient's Postoperative Wound Has Sanguineous Drainage with a Thick