Debridement Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Maceration
A
Too wet
2
Q
Desiccation
A
Too dry
3
Q
Selective debridement (SEA)
A
Removes only nonviable tissue
Sharps, enzymatic, autolytic
4
Q
A
5
Q
Non-selective debridement
A
Removes both non - and viable tissue
*50% or more has to be necrotic
6
Q
Non selective dressings in order form dry -> wet
A
Films, hydrogel, hydrocolloid, foams, calcium alginate, hydro fiber
7
Q
Dressings for infections
A
Hydro fiber, hydrogel, calcium alginates, guaze
