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NCLEX-RN
Physiological Integrity

Identifying Signs of Infection Post-Appendectomy

Easy Reduction Of Risk Potential Potential Complications

A nurse is monitoring a patient after a laparoscopic appendectomy. The nurse knows that while this is a minimally invasive procedure, there are still potential complications that can arise. The nurse is particularly vigilant about the possibility of infection.

Which of the following signs would indicate a potential postoperative infection that the nurse should report immediately?

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