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Care of Clients with Physiologic and Psychosocial Alterations (A)

For a diabetic male client with a foot ulcer, the doctor orders bed rest, a wetto- dry dressing change every shift, and blood glucose monitoring before meals and bedtime. Why are wet-to-dry dressings used for this client?

They contain exudate and provide a moist wound environment.
They protect the wound from mechanical trauma and promote healing.
They prevent the entrance of microorganisms and minimize wound discomfort.
They debride the wound and promote healing by secondary intention.

Answer: They debride the wound and promote healing by secondary intention.

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