CNA Practice Test
Infection controlQuestion 244 of 1700

Which wound finding should you report to the nurse?

  1. New redness, warmth, or yellow-green drainage
  2. Steady healing, with the wound getting smaller
  3. A dry, clean dressing that stays in place
  4. Pink skin edges that get smaller each day
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Correct answer: New redness, warmth, or yellow-green drainage

Redness, warmth, tenderness, and purulent drainage from a wound are signs of infection. Tell the nurse.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.7: Signs and Symptoms of Infection

Practice infection control

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026