A client who had a wound on her left thigh developed a scar following healing. When would deep scarring most likely occur in the client?
A) Third-intention healing
B) Electrical stimulation
C) First-intention healing
D) Antiseptic application
A
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Deep scarring is most likely to occur with third-intention healing. Scarring is least likely to occur with first-intention healing. Electrical stimulation and antiseptic application are less likely to cause scarring.
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