Asked by Hannah Gutzmer on May 30, 2024
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A nurse is assessing a patient's wound. Which nursing observation will indicate the wound healed by secondary intention?
A) Minimal loss of tissue function
B) Permanent dark redness at site
C) Minimal scar tissue
D) Scarring that may be severe
Secondary Intention
Wound closure in which the edges are separated; granulation tissue develops to fill the gap; and, finally, epithelium grows in over the granulation, producing a larger scar than results with primary intention.
Scar Tissue
Fibrous tissue that forms over a wound during the healing process, replacing normal skin or tissue that has been damaged.
Tissue Function
The specific physiological or pathological roles and activities performed by different types of body tissues in the overall operation of an organism.
- Acknowledge the manifestations of wound recuperation and the different kinds of tissue associated.
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Gianluca CanessaJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A wound healing by secondary intention takes longer than one healing by primary intention. The wound is left open until it becomes filled with scar tissue. If the scarring is severe, permanent loss of function often occurs. Wounds that heal by primary intention heal quickly with minimal scarring. Scar tissue contains few pigmented cells and has a lighter color than normal skin.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the manifestations of wound recuperation and the different kinds of tissue associated.