A client is hospitalized for an infected decubitus ulcer of the sacral area. The physician is planning to remove the dead and damaged tissue. What type of procedure will the nurse prepare the client for?
A) Application of a dry dressing
B) Debridement
C) Administration of filgrastim (Neupogen)
D) Inject antibiotics into the wound
B
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Debridement is the removal of dead and damaged tissue surgically. Application of a dry dressing will not debride the wound, nor will the administration of Neupogen or injecting antibiotics into the wound.
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