Wound irrigation Flashcards
1
Q
Contraindications for irrigation?
A
recent skin grafts surgical incision sites diabetic feet profuse bleeding dry gangrene
2
Q
Types of solutions used?
A
sterile water
tap water
saline
wound cleansers
3
Q
How many days should you use an antiseptic?
A
2-3 days
ex. betadine
4
Q
Types of irrigation?
A
capsules
LPL
PLWS
whirlpool
5
Q
PLWS contraindications?
A
exposed named tissue body cavities facial wound recent graft or surgery active bleeding