On day four postop following an open abdominal surgery, the patient develops a cough. During an assessment, the patient coughs, and the wound dehisces. The nurse notes intestinal loops are visible outside of the wound. Which initial intervention by the nurse is appropriate?

A patient in the ICU following a motor vehicle accident has been intubated for 72 hours. Over the previous 12 hours, the patient’s oxygen requirement has increased, tidal volumes have decreased, and the patient’s endotracheal secretions have increased in quantity, thickness, and the color has changed from cloudy to green. The patient’s lab values are significant for a worsening respiratory acidosis and leukocytosis. Which diagnosis is most appropriate for this patient?

A patient presents to the dermatology office with complaints of several areas of pruritic silver-gray patches on the elbows, knees, and trunk. The nurse anticipates which diagnosis will be made?