Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
A nurse is assessing a client who has a pressure ulcer. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect as an indication the wound is healing?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Dark red granulation tissue indicates new connective tissue and blood vessel formation, a sign of wound healing. Light yellow exudate may suggest infection, dry brown eschar is dead tissue that hinders healing, and firm wound tissue is not a specific healing indicator.