The Healing Process- Study Guide

Front

What type of cells "eat" the dead tissue around an injury?

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Phagocytes

Front

What is the job of the Leukocyte cells?

Back

Fight infection

Front

How do Platelet cells aid the healing process?

Back

They help the blood clot

Front

Which phase of healing is considered to be the most critical phase? Options: Inflammatory Response Phase, Repair Phase, Remodeling Phase

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Inflammatory Response Phase

Front

Which phase of healing is considered to be the most dangerous for the athlete? Options: Inflammatory Response Phase, Repair Phase, Remodeling Phase

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Repair Phase

Front

How long does the Inflammatory Response phase of healing last?

Back

2-4 days

Front

How long does it take scar tissue to develop when healing soft tissue?

Back

4-6 weeks

Front

What cells are responsible for forming scar tissue in the repair phase?

Back

Fibroblasts

Front

What is the purpose of the Remodeling phase of healing?

Back

To strengthen the scar tissue

Front

Following an injury in which a joint is unstable; how long should you tape or brace the injury for support?

Back

4-6 weeks