Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client with a chronic wound. Which of the following is a potential complication of a chronic wound?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Chronic wounds can lead to significant emotional and psychological stress due to prolonged treatment, appearance issues, and limitations in activities. Electrolyte abnormalities are not typically a direct complication unless associated with severe infections or extensive fluid loss, which is uncommon. The wound itself does not directly alter hemoglobin A1C, which measures long-term blood glucose control. Fluid volume overload is not a direct complication of chronic wounds.