The First Step in Preventing a Nonsurgical Wound from Becoming

question 21

Multiple Choice

The first step in preventing a nonsurgical wound from becoming infected is ____.

• A) cleansing
• B) irrigation
• C) debridement
• D) electrocauterization
• E) draining

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Definitions:

Alveolar Walls

Thin tissues that separate the alveoli (air sacs) in the lungs, enabling gas exchange during respiration.

Chronic Hypoxemia

A long-term medical condition characterized by consistently low levels of oxygen in the blood, which can lead to complications if untreated.

Chronic Obstructive

A term likely referring to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), a progressive lung disease characterized by breathing difficulty.

Peripheral Edema

Swelling in the limbs due to the accumulation of fluid, often related to heart failure, liver disease, or kidney problems.