Wound Management

Question 1

primary intention

Answer 1

wound edges can be pulled together
e.g. surgical incisions, small wounds, paper cuts

Question 2

secondary intention

Answer 2

wound edges do not come together
need dressing products that promote granulation

Question 3

tertiary intention/delayed primary intention

Answer 3

wound is cleaned before it can be closed due to high risk of infection
e.g. contaminated wounds

Question 4

negative pressure wound therapy

Answer 4

topical negative pressure or vacuum assisted closure
used in open or dehisced wounds, grafts, flaps or pressure injuries