Chapter 22

Front

These protect wound from injury, prevent introduction and spread of bacteria, reduce discomfort, and speed healing.

Back

Dry Dressing

Front

These are clear and watery plasma wound drainage.

Back

Serous

Front

These are thick and either yellow, green, tan or brown wound drainage.

Back

Purulent

Front

These are bright red wound drainage.

Back

Sanguineous

Front

These are pale red and watery wound drainages.

Back

Serosanguineous

Front

This nutrient repairs the body from wear and tear, builds new tissue and contributes to numerous essential body functions.

Back

Protein

Front

Handwashing is done to remove microorganisms on the skins and the hands.

Back

True

Front

A sanguineous wound drainage indicates active bleeding.

Back

True

Front

This dressing type was traditionally used for to keep the wound bed moist or to provide mechanical debridement.

Back

wet-to-dry dressing

Front

The type of intention healing that includes closures with staples or sutures.

Back

Primary