ACUTE STAGE OF HEALING + TX Flashcards
1
Q
The goal of the acute stage of healing is
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Protection
2
Q
The acute phase last for
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4 to 6 days, greater if perpetuated
3
Q
The acute stage involves two things
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Inflammation and repair
4
Q
Signs of inflammation are
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S swelling H heat A altered function R redness P pain
5
Q
During the acute phase functional testing will find pain with
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Active free range of motion
6
Q
Pain in the acute phase is due to two things
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- Altered chemical state which irritates nerve endings
- Increased tissue tension due to edema or joint effusion
7
Q
Healing time depends on the site and severity of the injury
For wound closures in muscles and skin ________
For tendons and ligaments ______
A
5-8 days muscle and skin wounds
3 - 6 days tendons and ligaments
