Skin substitutes are often used after the wound is debrided and cleaned. Which of the following supports a primary purpose for the use of a skin substitute? Select all that apply
A) Lessen potential for infection
B) Maximizes fluid loss
C) Promotes granulation of tissue
D) Covers the unattractiveness of the wound
E) Slows regeneration of tissue
F) Diminishes pain
A, F
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Skin substitute provides a temporary covering of the burn area and lessens the potential for infection. The covering decreases pain associated with contact and exposure to the air. The covering decreases fluid loss through evaporation and discourages granulation tissue, which contains fibroblasts causing scars. The skin substitute promotes tissue generation and healing.
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