ATI RN
ATI Med Surg 102 Questions
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The triage nurse in the emergency department is assessing a client who reports pain and swelling in the right lower leg. The client's pain became much worse last night and appeared along with fever, chills, and sweating. The client states, 'I hit my leg on the car door 4 or 5 days ago, and the sore is getting bigger' The client has a history of diabetes mellitus type 2. Which condition should the nurse anticipate for this client?
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Rationale: Cellulitis is indicated by localized pain, swelling, fever, and chills following trauma, especially in diabetic patients prone to infections.
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