Ch 4 - related to burns Flashcards
1
Q
debridement
A
the removal of injured or necrotic tissue
2
Q
edema
A
excessive collection of fluids in cells and tissues
3
Q
edematous
A
marked by edema
4
Q
eschar
ESS-kar
A
the burned, dead tissue lying on top of third-degree burns
5
Q
shock
A
sudden physical or mental collapse or circulatory collapse
