State two contraindications to autolytic debridement

What will be an ideal response?


Autolytic debridement is contraindicated in infected wounds and when there is a need for urgent sharp/surgical debridement (gangrene).

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The algorithm for measuring health care quality contained which threecomponents of thedeliveryofcare?

A. Results, diagnoses, process B. Structure, process, outcome C. Diagnoses, process, results D. Procedures, diagnoses, outcome

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If you encounter a patient with a colostomy or ileostomy bag, assess for signs of __________ if the patient has been complaining of diarrhea or vomiting.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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All of the following are phases of the general adaptation syndrome EXCEPT:

A) elevation B) resistance. C) alarm. D) exhaustion.

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