Asked by Jimmy Tobin on Jun 21, 2024
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Calcium alginate
A) Absorbs drainage through the use of exudate absorbers in the dressing
B) Very soothing to the patient and do not adhere to the wound bed
C) Barrier to external fluids/bacteria but allows wound to "breathe"
D) Manufactured from seaweed and comes in sheet and rope form
E) Oldest and most common absorbent dressing
Calcium Alginate
A biodegradable polymer extracted from seaweed, used in wound dressings to absorb exudate and maintain a moist environment.
Exudate Absorbers
Medical dressings or materials used to absorb exude, which is fluid that leaks out from wounds or areas of inflammation.
- Acknowledge the fitting usage of multiple types of wound dressings and their implementations.
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Seetha laxmiJun 23, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Calcium alginate dressings are made from seaweed and are known for their ability to come in both sheet and rope forms, which are particularly useful for packing wounds and promoting healing by absorbing exudate.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the fitting usage of multiple types of wound dressings and their implementations.