ATI RN
ATI Capstone Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client. Select the 5 findings that can cause delayed wound healing.
Correct Answer: B,C,E,F,G
Rationale: The correct answer choices (B, C, E, F, G) can cause delayed wound healing due to specific reasons.
B: Prealbumin level reflects protein status, crucial for wound healing.
C: Diabetes mellitus impairs circulation and immune response, affecting healing.
E: Wound infection introduces pathogens, prolonging inflammation and delaying healing.
F: Decreased pedal perfusion reduces oxygen and nutrient delivery to the wound site.
G: Elevated fasting blood glucose hinders immune cell function and collagen synthesis.
Incorrect choices (A,
D) are not directly linked to wound healing delays. Potassium level (
A) mainly affects cardiac and muscle function, and hyperlipidemia (
D) primarily impacts cardiovascular health, not wound healing directly.
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