Hydrotherapy before the debridement of a wound is done to soften tissue and to:
a. get rid of dead skin so debridement will be faster
b. make the area sterile
c. soothe the nerves in the area
d. improve circulation to the wound
D
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A Incorrect: Hydrotherapy before the debridement of a wound is done to soften tissue, but not to get rid of dead skin so debridement will be faster.
B Incorrect: Hydrotherapy before the debridement of a wound is done to soften tissue, but not to make the area sterile.
C Incorrect: Hydrotherapy before the debridement of a wound is done to soften tissue, but not to soothe the nerves in the area.
D Correct: Hydrotherapy before the debridement of a wound is done to soften tissue and to improve circulation to the wound.
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