Skin Flashcards
Skin softening and degeneration that results from prolonged exposure to water or other fluids
Maceration
Diffuse redness of the skin resulting from capillary density and congestion or inflammation
Erythema
Localized swelling or mass of clotted blood confined to a tissue, organ or space usually caused by a break in a blood vessel
Hematoma
Abnormal scar formation that is out of proportion to the scarring required for normal tissue repair
Keloid
Discoloration occurring below intact skin resulting from trauma from underling blood vessels and blood seeping into the tissue
Ecchymosis
The separation, splitting, or rupture of a wound closed by primary intention
Dehiscence
Factors influencing wound healing:
Age, medications Co-morbidities, life style Edema, obesity Harsh or inappropriate wound care Infection
Laceration
Irregular tear of tissues, often assoc with trauma
Puncture
Penetrates the skin
Penetrating
Result from various mechanisms entering an organ or cavity
Hydrocolloids
Gel-forming polymers, backed by a strong film or foam adhesive, anchors to intact surrounding skin.
Partial or full thickness wounds
Hydrogels
Consist of varying amounts of water and gel-forming materials such as glycerin. Available in sheet and amorphous forms. Superficial and partial thickness wounds.
Foam dressings
Hydrophilic polyurethane base that contacts the wound surface and a hydrophobic outer layer. Sheets or pads with varying degrees of thickness. Full thickness wounds with varying level of exudate.
Transparent film
Water resistant, allow for easy visual inspection.
Superficial or partial thickness wounds with minimal drainage.
Gauze
Yarn or thread, inpatient.
Infected or non infected wounds of any size. Wet to wet, wet to moist, we to dry debridement
