Mr. When Chang is being admitted to the medical-surgical unit for management of a stage 4 decubitus ulcer on his left hip. Mr. Chang, a 37-year-old engineer, was in a near-fatal motor vehicle accident 3 months ago that precipitated a series of spine surgeries to help correct damage to his spine. He has been bedridden in a long-term care facility since his last surgery 7 weeks ago, and he has developed a stage 4 decubitus ulcer on his left hip. The wound is being treated with a wound vacuum and antibiotic therapy.
Bettina is the nursing student who is assigned to Mr. Chang. Bettina enters his room, introduces herself, and explains that she is going to perform an admission health history and physical assessment.