Kasey is paralyzed from the neck down in a diving accident and now prone to developing decubitus ulcers (pressure sores) from being in the same position for so long. Recently, a new home health aide found Kasey to have several pressure sores. What type of preparation can be used to clean the necrotic tissue from the wounds?

A) an anti-infective
B) an enzymatic
C) a scabicide
D) a keratolytic


B

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