Professional nursing 1, NUR 2243 (NUR 2243)

Chapter 5- Inflammation and Infection Inflammation is a nonspecific cellular response to tissue injury. The primary signs of inflammation and infection are as follows: • Redness (erythema) results from increased blood flow to the area. • Heat results from increased blood flow and metabolism in the area. • Pain results from increased pressure on pain sensors in the area. • Swelling (edema, a detectable accumulation of increased interstitial fluid) results from fluid and leukocytes ...

ATI Dosage Calculation and Safe Medication Administration 3.0