8 Questions
Which factor can impair wound healing due to excessive movement or local distension?
Excessive movement
What factor can negatively impact wound healing and is associated with recent weight loss and nutrient deficiency?
Malnutrition
Which condition, often associated with impaired arterial supply, can hinder wound healing?
Diabetes
Which type of scar extends beyond wound boundaries and does not regress spontaneously?
Keloid scars
What type of scar is common over flexor surfaces of joints and occurs when wounds heal by secondary intention?
Scar contractures
Which type of scar is firm, red, itchy, and elevated above the skin surface, but within the boundaries of the injury?
Hypertrophic scars
What causes stretched scars?
Dehiscence of dermis under intact epidermis
What characterizes an adhesion scar?
Thin sheets of tissue similar to plastic wrap
Test your knowledge of the factors that can influence the process of wound healing. Explore the impact of various medical conditions and lifestyle factors on the body's ability to heal wounds.
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