Extra misc. knowledge Flashcards
1
Q
What factors reduce wound healing capabilities?
A
DID NOT HEAL nemonic
D: diabetes
I: infection, irradiation
D: drugs e.g. steroids, chemo
N: nutritional deficiency (vitamin A, C, Zn, Mn), neoplasia
O: object (foreign)
T: tissue necrosis
H: hypoxia
E: excess tension on wound
A: another wound
L: low temp, liver jaundice
