14.
List two reasons why wound healing may be slower in an obese individual.
a. ______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
b. ______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
15.
In general wound care, begin by __________________________________, then
cover the wound with a sterile dressing.
16.
List three steps in the treatment of a contusion.
a. ____________________________________________________________.
b. ____________________________________________________________.
c. ____________________________________________________________.
17.
The patient has a wound on his leg. After treating the wound, you elevate his
leg. How does elevating the leg help in the healing process?
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
18.
Treat an abrasion in three basic steps.
a. ____________________________________________________________.
b. ____________________________________________________________.
c. ____________________________________________________________.
19.
An uncontaminated puncture wound should first be treated by ______________
_________________________. Then,_________________________________.
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