Asked by Arianna Perez on Jun 03, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient with an infected full-thickness wound with moderate drainage and no odor.What type of dressing will be most appropriate for the nurse to apply?
A) Alginate
B) Antimicrobial petroleum gauze
C) Foam dressing
D) Antimicrobial collagen dressings
Full-thickness Wound
A type of injury that penetrates through the dermis and affects deeper tissues, often requiring significant medical treatment.
Antimicrobial Petroleum
A petroleum-based product infused with antimicrobial agents to prevent or inhibit the growth of microorganisms.
Alginate
A biodegradable polymer extracted from seaweed, used in wound dressings and as an ingredient in food and pharmaceutical products.
- Acquire knowledge of and apply fitting techniques for managing wounds, such as selecting proper dressing materials and executing wound irrigation procedures.
Verified Answer
RH
RongDa HuangJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
An antimicrobial collagen dressing promotes wound healing,is absorbent,and is treated with an antimicrobial to promote infection resolution.Although alginate dressings will absorb the drainage,they do not treat the infection.Petroleum gauze is not absorbent and would not be the best choice for a draining wound.Foam dressings are highly absorbent,but they will not treat the infected wound.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of and apply fitting techniques for managing wounds, such as selecting proper dressing materials and executing wound irrigation procedures.