Epitheliazation "Phase" - Class 1

Question 1

when does epithelization start

Answer 1

within a few hrs of injury

occurs simultaneously with other stages

Question 2

barrier b/w

Answer 2

wound surface and environment

scab

Question 3

what is the barrier made up of

Answer 3

keratinocytes

Question 4

what does the barrier do

Answer 4

decrease risk of infection

prevent loss of fluid/electrolytes

Question 5

what does epithelization require

Answer 5

O2 and moist environment