Which wound is most suitable for a hydrogel dressing?
Correct answer: A. A dry wound with slough and minimal drainage
- A. A dry wound with slough and minimal drainage
- B. A wound producing large amounts of watery drainage
- C. A clean wound requiring compression for oedema
- D. A heavily bleeding wound requiring immediate pressure
Explanation
Hydrogels add moisture and can support softening of dry slough in wounds with little drainage. They are not designed to control heavy drainage, replace compression therapy, or manage active haemorrhage.
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Wound care covers wound classification, healing stages, assessment of tissue and drainage, pain, infection signs, dressing selection and clean or sterile dressing technique. It also includes pressure injuries by stage and the factors affecting healing, such as nutrition, circulation, diabetes, infection and prolonged pressure.
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