wound care pt 2 Flashcards
hemorrhage
excessive bleeding
increased heart rate
don’t remove initial dressing
apply pressure
hematoma
collection of blood
might be infectious
infections
appears within 2-11 days
odor
increased drainage
increased WBCd
ehiscence
broke open
evisceration
organs come out
how do you obtain a wound culture?
aseptic technique
start antibiotics after wound culture
what do you measure for a skin wound assessment
length and depth
what are some genral questions you ask
do you smoke (slows down healing)
numbness or tingling
describe diet
serous drainage
clear watery
serosaniguineous
a mix of blood and body fluid
sanguineous
bleeding and bright red
purulent
thick yellow green
indicates infection
types of wound closures
stiches
steri-strip
staples
what is the purpose of wound dressings
prevent infection and protect the wound
transparent dressing
clear, oxygen permeable
hydrocolloid dressing
adhesive, can be left 3-5 days
hydrogel dressing
hydrates and absorbs a small amount
negative pressure wound therapy
VAC
used for acute and traumatic wounds
promotes wound healing
removes excess fluid
