16 Questions
Why is sugar used as a wound dressing in small animals?
To facilitate debridement of necrotic tissue
What is one of the actions of honey when used in wound management?
Inhibits the growth of bacteria
Why are silver-impregnated bandages mentioned in the text?
As an example of bandages available in various styles
What is the purpose of liberally lavaging the wound with warm saline during bandage changes?
To control odor and infection
Which component of honey is primarily responsible for its antibacterial activity?
Methylglyoxal
In wound healing, why is the use of honey advised to be limited to the inflammatory phase?
Continued use may desiccate the wound
What is the significance of Leptospermum honey from the manuka bush in New Zealand?
It has the highest methylglyoxal levels
What is the primary role of silver in wound healing during the inflammatory phase?
Promotes angiogenesis
Which type of antibiotic is mentioned as aiding wound healing by donating zinc into the wound bed?
Bacitracin-zinc
In what phase of wound healing are enzymatic agents typically used?
Inflammatory phase
Why might maggot therapy be contraindicated in dry wounds?
Maggots require moisture to be effective
'Silver nanoparticles have been studied for which additional medical use besides their antimicrobial benefits?'
'Anticancer uses'
Why should oral administration of honey not be considered beneficial in wound healing?
The beneficial effects are not shown
What is one reason why enzymatic debridement action can be slow?
Enzymes are less effective on necrotic tissue
How do honey varieties with higher methylglyoxal levels differ from those with lower levels?
They have higher bioactivity and are more bioactive
What is a potential drawback of using honey beyond the inflammatory phase in wound healing?
Traumatizing the healing tissue during removal
Explore the various topical agents commonly used in wound management for small animals, including sugar, honey, alginate, and silver-impregnated bandages. Learn about their properties, applications, and effectiveness in treating wounds.
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