Sodium hypochlorite solution (Dakin's solution) is used as for wound irrigation or packing. The nurse knows this solution:
a. may touch healthy tissue for brief periods of time.
b. has little effect on healing of injured tissues.
c. supports healing of surgical wounds.
d. may delay the clotting process.
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: It can injure healthy tissue.
B Incorrect: It is very effective in healing injured tissue.
C Incorrect: This is not a true statement.
D Correct: This solution may delay the clotting process.
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