When removing sutures, describe the proper way to cut off suture.
Grasp suture at the knot with forceps and lift away from skin. Place the curved end of the scissors under the suture next to the knot and cut. Then pull suture through skin with one movement. After removal clean incision site.
Describe the process of removing staples.
Lift staple remover upward and away from incision site when both ends of staple are visible.
When does the proliferative or granulation phase (regeneration) end?
14-24 days later after the 2 days - 3 weeks. Pg 877 in skills lab bk
the closure or state of being closed, of a passage
Occulsion
Pt's who have atherosclerosis and DM are more likely to get which type of ulcer? A) venous ulcers B)arterial ulcers C) pressure ulcers
B)Arterial ulcers
Which type of dressing does NOT support healing or prevent entry to exogenous bacteria?
Gauze dressings
What type of therapy is used to treat venous ulcers?
Compression therapy
Compressino therapy is containdicated with clients experiencing which conditions?
Phlebitis, diminished sensation, and arterial insufficiency.
What do macrophages do?
Digest necrotic tissue, remove, debris, and inhibit microbial growth.
What are the positive and negative sides to using primary intentions during wound healing?
Positive: these wounds close rapidly b/c there are no gaps in tissue. Negative: the tensile strength of the wound is very weak at this stage of healing
