What are key return precautions and red flags for wound or infection after urgent care discharge?

What are key return precautions and red flags for wound or infection after urgent care discharge?

• A. Worsening redness, swelling, fever, increasing pain, purulent drainage; fever >38.5 C; spreading infection; return if not improving in 48-72 hours; follow-up instructions; ensure contact information.
• B. If pain increases, ignore.
• C. Red flags include improved redness and decreased swelling.
• D. Wound care instructions always say to stop antibiotics.

Answer: (A)