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Tirant22 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Which solution(s) can be used on a wet-to-dry dressing? (Select all that apply.)

a. Normal saline
b. Lactated Ringer
c. Acetic acid
d. Dakin
e. Lysol

Question 2

What are the advantages of a transparent dressing? (Select all that apply.)

a. Adheres to undamaged skin
b. Contains the exudate
c. Reduces wound contamination
d. Serves as a barrier to external bacteria
e. Slows epithelial growth

tkempin · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D
Normal saline, sterile water, lactated Ringer, acetic acid, or Dakin solution are all acceptable for use on wet-to-dry dressings.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D
Transparent dressings have the advantages of adhering to undamaged skin, containing the exudate, reducing wound contamination, serving as a barrier to external bacteria, and speeding epithelial growth.