20.
The process of cleaning and dressing a laceration initially, but not closing the
wound is called __________________________________ closure.
21.
In the inflammation step of wound healing,________________________ rushes
to the injured area. Also in this step, injured cells release two substances which
promote repair and regrowth of tissues. List these substances.
a. ____________________________________________________________.
b. ____________________________________________________________.
22.
White blood cells are drawn to a wound area. List two ways these cells
contribute to wound healing.
a. ____________________________________________________________.
b. ____________________________________________________________.
23.
Histamines increase the permeability of capillary walls in the wound area. Name
three substances which can flow through capillary walls to the injured area.
a. ____________________________________________________________.
b. ____________________________________________________________.
c. ____________________________________________________________.
24.
What changes does skin protein collagen go through in the wound healing
process?
________________________________________________________________.
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