NRS 410V Module 1 Mandatory Discussion Question NRS 410V Module 1 Mandatory Discussion Question | Page 2

Objective Data Round, yellow-red, 2 cm diameter, 1 cm deep, open wound above medial malleolus with moderate amount of thick yellow drainage Left leg red from knee to ankle Calf measurement on left 3 in > than right Temperature: 38.9 degrees C Height: 160 cm; Weight: 83.7 kg Laboratory Results WBC 18.3 x 10 / L; 80% neutrophils, 12% bands Wound culture: Staphylococcus aureus Critical Thinking Questions 1.What clinical manifestations are present in Ms. G and what recommendations would you make for continued treatment? Provide rationale for your recommendations. 2.Identify the muscle groups likely to be affected by Ms. G's condition by referring to "ARC: Anatomy Resource Center." 3.What is the significance of the subjective and objective data provided with regard to follow-up diagnostic/laboratory testing, education, and future preventative care? Provide rationale for your answer. 4.What factors are present in this situation that could delay wound healing, and what precautions are required to prevent delayed wound healing? Explain.