In Cases of Healing, If an Infected Injury Is Left

question 49

Multiple Choice

In cases of healing, if an infected injury is left open and the edges are not surgically joined until the infection is controlled; this process is referred to as healing by _________ intention.

• A) primary
• B) secondary
• C) tertiary

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Definitions:

Axis III

a category within the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) used to report physical or medical conditions that are potentially relevant to understanding or treating a patient's mental condition.

Physical Disorders

Health conditions that affect the body's structure or function, often requiring medical intervention.

Abnormality

A deviation from the norm or standard, often referring to irregular behaviors, patterns, or processes that may suggest a psychological condition.

Personal Distress

An emotional response to witnessing the sufferings of others, leading to feelings of discomfort and anxiety.