The nurse is teaching a client who will be discharged soon how to change a sterile dressing on the right leg. During the teaching session, the nurse notices redness, swelling and induration at the wound site. What do these signs suggest?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The presence of redness, swelling, and induration at the wound site are classic signs of infection. Redness is caused by inflammation, swelling occurs due to fluid accumulation in response to infection, and induration refers to the hardening of the tissue, which is a result of the body's immune response. Infections can lead to delayed wound healing, increased pain, and other complications. It is essential to address these signs promptly to prevent further complications and promote healing.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Tinnitus is a known adverse drug reaction to aspirin, especially at higher doses. Tinnitus is described as ringing, buzzing, or other noises in the ears. If a client experiences tinnitus while taking aspirin, it is important to notify the physician promptly as it could be a sign of aspirin toxicity. Monitoring and managing this adverse reaction are crucial to prevent further complications for the client.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Thrombocytopenia is a condition characterized by a low platelet count in the blood, which can lead to abnormal bleeding and bruising. Using the smallest needle possible for injections helps minimize the risk of causing bleeding or bruising in clients with thrombocytopenia. Larger needles can cause more tissue damage and increase the chances of bleeding complications in these individuals. Therefore, using the smallest needle possible is the best way to protect the client from potential harm related to their condition.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Hemophilia is an X-linked disorder, meaning the gene responsible for hemophilia is carried on the X chromosome. Typically, hemophilia is passed down from a carrier mother to her male offspring who then express the disorder. This is because males have only one X chromosome (inherited from their mother), making them more vulnerable to X-linked disorders. Females have two X chromosomes, which means that even if one carries the hemophilia gene, the other X chromosome may carry a normal gene that can compensate, making females less likely to exhibit symptoms of hemophilia. In this case, Joel's disorder aligns with the typical pattern of inheritance for hemophilia as described in statement C.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Compatibility between a donor and recipient of blood is determined by testing for compatibility of blood types. The most common blood typing systems are ABO and Rh. In compatibility testing, both the donor and recipient blood samples are mixed in the laboratory. If there is no clumping (agglutination) or hemolysis (rupture of red blood cells) observed when the samples are mixed, then the donor and recipient are considered compatible. Clumping or hemolysis indicates an incompatible blood transfusion, which can lead to serious complications like agglutination, blood clotting, or immune responses. Therefore, the absence of clumping or hemolysis is a key indicator of blood compatibility in transfusion medicine.