A patient who is recovering from burn injuries is discussing his prognosis with a physician. Which of the following teaching points about expectations for healing should the physician include?
A)
"Once your healing is complete, your skin will be just as strong as before your accident."
B)
"You may find that the scar is a bit smaller than the area of the wound."
C)
"You'll find that your new tissue is more elastic and fragile than the rest of your skin."
D)
"The final remodeling phase of healing may last up to 3 months in your case."
Ans:
B
Feedback:
Scars are often smaller than the original area of the wound. There is nearly always an accompanying loss of strength and elasticity, and remodeling can take over 6 months.
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