wound dressings

Question 1

Transparent Film used for

Answer 1

Facilitate autolytic debridement

Question 2

Transparent Film cons

Answer 2

Maceration
Min exudate management

Question 3

Transparent Film pros

Answer 3

Retain moisture
autolytic debridement

Question 4

Hydrogels used for

Answer 4

dry wounds
diabetic foot ulcers, arterial insufficiency

Question 5

hydrogels pros and cons

Answer 5

Pros: Absorption and facilitate autolytic
Cons: maceration

Question 6

Foam not for these types of wounds

Answer 6

dry wounds ( arterial and diabetic foot ulcer)

Question 7

Foam physiological stuff

Answer 7

Provide warm & moist environment
Bony Prominences
Cushion & barrier
Hypercoagulation

Question 8

Foam can be used for these conditions

Answer 8

compression therapy
moderately draining wounds

Question 9

calcium algingates used for 3 conditions

Answer 9

1. Exudative wounds
2. ulcer ( deep pressure and venous)

Question 10

Dressings for high exudate wounds

Answer 10

Hydrofiber and calcium alganate

Question 11

Dressings for low exudate wounds

Answer 11

Hydrocalloids
Best for non-infected wounds

Question 12

collagnease used for

Answer 12

remove necrotic tissue
Burns/dermal ulcers

Question 13

silver

Answer 13

partial/deep burns (2-3 degree)
* first line defense

Question 14

Collagenase (Santyl)

Answer 14

Burns/dermal ulcers
autolytic debridement

Question 15

Med. honey

Answer 15

Wounds, sores, ulcers, burns

Rapid cleanse slough & eschar (heavy exudate)

Promote fast heal