The nurse is explaining to the student nurse the purpose of occlusive dressings. Which statement by the student nurse indicates a lack of understanding?
a. "Occlusive dressings are used for autolytic debridement."
b. "Hydrocolloids are a type of occlusive dressing."
c. "Occlusive dressings can be used on infected wounds."
d. "Occlusive dressings support the most comfortable form of debridement."
ANS: C
Occlusive dressings such as hydrocolloids and transparent films are used for autolytic debridement and are contraindicated in infected wounds. It is the most comfortable form of debridement for the patient.
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