The _____________ is composed of newly formed collagen, and the nurse can usually feel it along a healing wound. It is usually present directly under the suture line between days 5 and 9
Fill in the blanks with correct word
healing ridge
The healing ridge is composed of newly formed collagen, and you can usually feel it along a healing wound. It is usually present directly under the suture line between days 5 and 9 . Lack of a ridge is cause for concern, and you will need to begin interventions promptly to reduce mechanical strain on the wound.
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