Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 90%
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The nurse is providing home care for an immobile client who has a stage IV decubitus ulcer that is not healing. Assuming that all of the following are available, which person would be most appropriate to consult regarding care of the wound?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
An enterostomal therapist specializes in wound and ostomy care, making them the most appropriate consultant for managing a non-healing stage IV decubitus ulcer. Physicians oversee care, physical therapists focus on mobility, and IV therapists manage infusions.