The Nurse Prepares to Perform a Dressing Change on an Ulcerated

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse prepares to perform a dressing change on an ulcerated area.Which principle does the nurse apply while performing a dressing change?

• A) The dead space found in an ulcer should be packed tightly.
• B) The wound should be débrided using multiple dry gauze pads.
• C) The dressing should absorb exudate without damaging the wound bed.
• D) The wound bed should be dried to stimulate granular tissue.

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