Which of the following is characteristic of the inflammation phase of wound healing?
1. Wound contraction and inward movement of the wound edge
2. Clot formation to seal the wound
3. Decreased blood flow and capillary permeability, causing swelling
4. Regeneration of destroyed cells
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Rationale:
1. Wound contraction and inward movement of the wound edge occur during the reconstruction phase of wound healing.
2. Clot formation to seal the wound with fibrin and trapped cells and platelets occurs during the inflammation phase of wound healing, in the first 3–5 days.
3. Increased blood flow to the area and increased capillary permeability occur, causing swelling and inflammation.
4. Regeneration of destroyed cells occurs in the reconstruction phase of wound healing.
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