Description : The main feature of a healing wound is: C A. Lymphocyte accumulation B. Fibrin deposition C. Granulation tissue D. None of these
Last Answer : Granulation tissue
Description : Keloid scar during healing: B A. is normal scar and is common B. caused by the excess deposition of fibrin in the wound and are larger than the wound C. may be prevented by pressure dressing D. keloid are always harmful to the body
Last Answer : caused by the excess deposition of fibrin in the wound and are larger than the wound
Description : A patient with gross fecal contamination and peritonitis from a ruptured sigmoid diverticulum has his midline wound left open to heal by secondary intention. Which of the following statement(s) describes this ... of a wound to form granulation tissue is dependent on the blood supply of the tissue
Last Answer : Answer: b, d Open wounds, whether they be ulcers or open surgical incisions closing by secondary intention, heal with the same sequence of inflammation, matrix deposition, epithelialization ... via bacterial and phagocytic cell products such as proteases, collagenases, elastases, and other enzymes
Description : In contrast to adult wound healing with scar formation, which of the following are characteristic of scarless fetal skin repair? A. Matrix rich in hyaluronic acid. B. Increased inflammatory response. C. Increased production of TGF-b. D. No collagen deposition. E. Minimal angiogenesis.
Last Answer : Answer: AE DISCUSSION: The ability of a fetus to heal without scar formation depends on its gestational age at the time of injury and the size of the wound defect. In ... repair has possible clinical applications in the modulation of adult fibrotic diseases and abnormal scar-forming conditions
Description : Which of the following is/are true concerning wound fibroblasts? A. Fibroblasts synthesize and secrete collagen molecules. B. Wound fibroblasts are derived from blood-borne precursor cells. C. ... clot can act as a physical barrier to fibroblast penetration, which delays normal wound healing.
Last Answer : Answer: ACD DISCUSSION: Fibroblasts appear in the wound on about the third day of healing and begin to synthesize and secrete collagen molecules. Wound fibroblasts arrive from cells surrounding ... enzymes, and large amounts of fibrin and blood clot prevent fibroblasts from entering the wound
Description : Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the role of antibiotics in wound care? a. Systemic antibiotics are indicated for all open wounds b. Bacterial resistance can occur with ... of tissue on quantitative analysis d. Silver sulfadiazine is useful only for the management of burns
Last Answer : Answer: c The role of antibiotics in wound care is controversial. All open wounds are colonized with bacteria. Only when surrounding tissue is invaded (cellulitis) are systemic antibiotics clearly ... of relevant drug-resistant plasmids in bacteria, and its low cost make it a good choice
Description : The most desirable outcome of endodontic treatment is, A. The healing of the alveolar bone B. The deposition of cementum at the apex C. Formation of fibrous capsule around the apex
Last Answer : B. The deposition of cementum at the apex
Description : Which of the following surgical techniques lead to improved wound healing? a. Atraumatic handling of tissue b. Approximation of underlying fatty tissue to obliterate dead space c. Protecting the wound from water for at least one week d. Meticulous hemostasis
Last Answer : Answer: a, d There are numerous practical implications for the care of wounds and surgical incisions. Meticulous hemostasis reduces the inflammation of phagocytosis necessary to clear the wound of ... or shower one or two days after surgery actually serves useful purpose in debriding the wound
Description : The hormonal alterations that follow operation and injury favor accelerated gluconeogenesis. This new glucose is consumed by which of the following tissues? A. Central nervous system. B. Skeletal muscle. C. Bone. D. Kidney. E. Tissue in the healing wound.
Last Answer : Answer: ADE DISCUSSION: Glucose is produced in increased amounts to satisfy the fuel requirements of the healing wound. In addition, nerve tissue and the renal medulla also utilize this substrate. Skeletal muscle primarily utilizes fatty acids, and bone utilizes mineral substrate
Description : Fibrinolytic therapy is based on activation of plasminogen, the inactive proteolytic enzyme of plasma that binds to fibrin during the formation of thrombosis. Activation of plasminogen to plasmin results ... TPA all exceed 30 minutes d. Streptokinase is significantly cheaper than urokinase or TPA
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, d Streptokinase is a bacterial protein produced by group C b-hemolytic streptococci. It is therefore antigenic in humans and can be associated with allergic reaction in ... one agent over the other. Streptokinase however, is markedly less expensive than either urokinase or TPA
Description : Hemostasis and the cessation of bleeding require which of the following processes? A. Adherence of platelets to exposed subendothelial glycoproteins and collagen with subsequent aggregation of platelets and ... conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin. D. Cross-linking of fibrin by factor XIII.
Last Answer : Answer: ABCD DISCUSSION: Hemostasis requires the interaction of platelets with the exposed subendothelial structures at the site of injury followed by aggregation of more platelets in that area. ... form a stable clot that incorporates the platelet plug and fibrin thrombus into a stable clot
Description : During which stage or phase of bone healing after fracture is devitalized tissue removed and new bone reorganized into its former structural arrangement? a) Remodeling Remodeling is the final stage of ... occurs during the reparative stage but is disrupted by excessive motion at the fracture site.
Last Answer : a) Remodeling Remodeling is the final stage of fracture repair.
Description : What is the function of granulation tissue?
Last Answer : Need answer
Description : A granuloma is C A. a small nodule of granulation tissue B. a tumour composed of granulocytes C. composed primarily of epithelioid cell, fibroblasts and lymphocytes D. None of these
Last Answer : composed primarily of epithelioid cell, fibroblasts and lymphocytes
Description : Early granulation tissue is BEST characterized by the presence of: C A. Plasma cells and macrophages B. T lymphocytes and eosinophils C. Capillary buds and fibroblasts D. None of these
Last Answer : Capillary buds and fibroblast
Description : A keloid is composed predominantly of: B A. Granulation tissue B. Dense collagen C. Loose connective tissue D. None of these
Last Answer : Dense collagen
Description : Polymorphonuclear leukocytes (neutrophils) are by definition part of C A. granuloma B. Granulation tissue C. None of these D. All of them
Last Answer : None of these
Description : Which one of the following are cardinal features of granulation tissue? C A. Abundant collagen B. Proliferating macrophages and lymphocytes C. Proliferating capillaries and fibroblasts D. None of these
Last Answer : Proliferating capillaries and fibroblasts
Description : What is the secret to a wound healing with the least amount of visible scarring?
Last Answer : If it’s sewn, a good stitching does help. Some wounds and cuts aren’t sewn. Keeping it moist with antibacterial ointment or Vaseline helps the new strands of collagen not become a scar. There might still be redness, but that usually fades over time.
Description : Which Hormone Helps Plant Wound Healing ?
Last Answer : Gibberellin hormone helps to heal plant wounds.
Description : I have a sore throat , should I use nebanal powder ? My penis was sore ,,,, then I started using nebanal powder there ,,, !! Cos used to come out from the first wound, then it stopped because of ... it possible for me to get better ? Or should I change ? And what are the symptoms of wound healing ?
Last Answer : Yes, you can apply this powder on a regular basis. I hope you will find a solution. And do not water or soak the wound. Keep the wound dry and clean. If necessary, clean it with lukewarm ... day and give this nebanal powder. And take antibiotics as soon as possible with the advice of a doctor.
Description : Which is the enzyme used in wound healing ?
Last Answer : The enzyme trypsin used in wound healing
Description : What will help (what to combat) a healing cutting wound? I was out of hand and I should probably treat it now. What will help the wound heal well?
Last Answer : zanešahej´ - rely on a doctor's treatment and not on ´bab´´ advice ... ;-) You just treat yourself to a multivitamin (especially A, C and E support growth - healing, tissues) and collagen ( need a push ;-)).
Description : delayed healing with breast reduction,at what point do you consult with a wound care specialist rather than your plastic surgeon?
Last Answer : I would consult a wound care specialist immediately, and I would also consult a malpractice lawyer immediately also. You can go to www.lawyers.com for this.
Description : Which of the following statements regarding fibroblasts and their function in wound healing are true? a. IL-1 has both inhibitory and promotional effects on fibroblast growth b. TNFa ... EGF (epithelial growth factor) has been demonstrated to accelerate epidermal regeneration in cutaneous wounds
Last Answer : Answer: a, d IL-1 appears to be important in the process of normal wound repair. IL-1 has been shown to stimulate skin fibroblast and keratinocyte growth, as well as ... that recombinant EGF enhances keratinocyte migration. EGF is also a potent chemoattractant for granulation tissue fibroblasts
Description : Which of the following factors have been demonstrated to promote wound healing in normal individuals? a. Vitamin A supplementation b. Vitamin C supplementation c. Vitamin E application to the wound d. Zinc supplementation e. None of the above
Last Answer : Answer: e Several important systemic factors or conditions influence wound healing. Interestingly, there are no known systemic conditions that lead to enhanced or more rapid wound healing. ... support the concept that supranormal provision of these factors enhance wound healing in normal patients
Description : Which of the following statement(s) describe the effects of aging on wound healing? a. A finer, more cosmetic scar might be expected b. In vitro studies demonstrate decreased proliferative ... . Wound infection occurs more frequently in elderly patients due to diminished ability to fight infection
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, c There are important age-dependent aspects of wound healing. The elderly heal more slowly and with less scarring. There is a gradual attenuation of the inflammatory ... the sutures. There is no evidence to suggest that wound infections occur more commonly in elderly patients
Description : Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning pharmacologic agents used to accelerate wound healing? a. A number of these agents are now currently approved for use in ... healing in chronic wounds d. Growth hormone functions by promoting fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis
Last Answer : Answer: b, c Currently there are no approved clinical agents that accelerate normal healing. Although a number of clinical trials are in progress, no agents are currently ... hormone administration significantly accelerates donor site healing, presumably due to its effects in minimizing catabolism
Description : Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the remodeling phase of wound healing? a. Total collagen content increases steadily through this phase b. The normal adult ratio ... unwounded skin d. The proteoglycans are responsible for the ground substance of the extracellular matrix
Last Answer : Answer: b, d The transition from the proliferative phase to the remodeling phase of wound healing is defined by reaching collagen equilibrium. Collagen accumulation within the wound becomes maximal by ... in strength for six months or more, eventually reaching 70% of the strength of unwounded skin
Description : Which of the following statement(s) is/are true about the role of macrophages in the wound healing process? a. Macrophages are the dominant cell type during the inflammatory phase of wound ... phagocytosis d. Macrophages are a source of a number of humoral factors essential for wound healing
Last Answer : Answer: a, d Within three or four days after injury, macrophages become the dominant cell type in the inflammatory phase of wound healing. The role of macrophages is not limited only ... . These studies confirm the dominant role of the macrophage and the inflammatory phase of wound healing
Description : Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the proliferative phase of wound healing? a. The macrophage is the predominant cell type b. The pink or purple-red appearance of a wound ... amino acids, hydroxyproline and hydroxylysine d. The predominant collagen type in a scar is type 3
Last Answer : Answer: b, c The proliferative phase of wound healing begins with the formation of a provisional matrix of fibrin and fibronectin as part of the initial clot formation. Initially, the provisional ... The principal collagen type scar is type 1, with lesser amounts of type 3 collagen also present
Description : Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct concerning the management of an open wound? a. Frequent surgical debridement is usually necessary b. Water irrigation can effectively debride ... products have clearly been shown to promote wound healing compared to simple moist occlusive dressing
Last Answer : Answer: b Although there are numerous dressing products commercially available at present, no treatment has been demonstrated to improve healing beyond that of standard treatment which adheres to basic ... healing is achieved, there has been no evidence that one product is better than another
Description : Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the clinical management of an open wound? a. A wet-to-dry dressing is the most optimal form of wound management ... wound facilitates healing d. Irrigation of the wound disrupts epithelialization therefore inhibiting the healing process
Last Answer : Answer: b Epithelialization is more rapid under moist conditions than dry conditions. Without dressings, a superficial wound, or one with minimal devitalized tissue forms a scab or ... dysfunction, increases the distance for diffusion from oxygen and nutrient sources to their metabolic targets
Description : Which of the following cells or blood elements play a role in the initial phases of wound healing? a. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes (PMNs) b. Platelets c. Monocytes d. Lymphocytes
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, c, d Shortly after the initial injury, the wound is full of debris which is cleared over the next several days by recruited and activated phagocytic cells. ... in the initial hemostatic process as well as releasing chemotactic factors and factors leading to fibroblast proliferation
Description : Which of the following factors can be associated with impaired wound healing? a. Chemotherapy b. Chronic steroid use c. Peripheral vascular disease d. Radiation therapy e. Diabetes mellitus
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, c, d, e Bone marrow suppression, a common consequence of chemotherapy, is detrimental to wound healing. Quantitative and qualitative lymphocyte and monocyte deficiency impairs cellular ... be a primary cause of impaired healing, and may be also a cofactor with other conditions
Description : Which of the following is/are true? A. Because of its thickness, the tensile strength of a healing wound on the eyelid is much less than one on the thick skin of the back. B. By 2 days, ... strength reaches a plateau by 3 weeks. D. Wounds rarely, if ever, regain the strength of intact tissues.
Last Answer : Answer: BD DISCUSSION: Tensile strength measures load per cross-section area at rupture, whereas burst strength measures load required to break a wound, regardless of dimension. Therefore, skin wounds have ... a slower rate for more than a year. Wounds do not regain the strength of normal tissue
Description : Which of the following cell types are not crucial for healing a clean, incisional wound? A. Macrophage. B. Platelet. C. Fibroblast. D. Polymorphonuclear leukocyte. E. Myofibroblast.
Last Answer : Answer: DE DISCUSSION: Experimental studies have shown that healing may progress normally in the absence of polymorphonuclear leukocytes in an uninfected wound. In contrast, depletion of monocytes and ... wound contraction in open defects but have little if any role in clean, incisional wounds
Description : Which of the following is/are acceptable reasons for the transfusion of red blood cells based on currently available data? A. Rapid, acute blood loss with unstable vital signs but no available ... increase wound healing. D. A hematocrit of 26% in an otherwise stable, asymptomatic patient.
Last Answer : Answer: AB DISCUSSION: Currently accepted guidelines for the transfusion of packed red blood cells include acute ongoing blood loss, as might occur in an injured patient, and the development of ... not be given based solely or predominantly on a numerical value such as a hematocrit of 28%
Description : Deficiency of which vitamin increases the period of wound healing?
Last Answer : Vitamin C
Description : Which vitamin is helpful in healing wound and cuts ? What is the chemical name of this vitamin ?
Last Answer : Ans. Vitamin-C is helpful in healing wounds and cuts, its chemical name is Ascorbic acid.
Description : Wound healing by secondary intention takes place: C A. when the wound does not break apart B. when the wound edges are brought together C. much more slowly than healing by first intention D. in surgically incised wounds
Last Answer : much more slowly than healing by first intention
Description : A long-term effect of which of the following procedures post acute MI induces angioneogenesis? a) Transmyocardial laser revascularization TNR procedures usually involves making 20 to 40 channels in ventricular muscle. ... e.g., clopidigrel [Plavix]) therapy for 2 weeks and lifetime use of aspirin).
Last Answer : a) Transmyocardial laser revascularization TNR procedures usually involves making 20 to 40 channels in ventricular muscle. It is thought that some blood flows into the channels, decreasing the ischemia directly. ... healing a wound and new blood vessels form as a result of the inflammatory process.
Description : When the patient who has undergone laryngectomy suffers wound breakdown, the nurse monitors him very carefully because he is identified as being at high risk for a) carotid artery hemorrhage. The ... poor wound healing and breakdown. d) pneumonia. Pneumonia is a risk for any postoperative patient.
Last Answer : a) carotid artery hemorrhage. The carotid artery lies close to the stoma and may rupture from erosion if the wound does not heal properly.
Description : When the method of wound healing is one in which wound edges are not surgically approximated and integumentary continuity is restored by granulations, the wound healing is termed a) ... of wound edges is delayed and integumentary continuity is restored by bringing apposing granulations together.
Last Answer : a) second intention healing. When wounds dehisce, they will be allowed to heal by secondary intention.
Description : Vitamin K is required for (a) change of prothrombin into thrombin (b) synthesis of prothrombin (c) change of fibrinogen to fibrin (d) formation of thromboplastin.
Last Answer : (b) synthesis of prothrombin
Description : A patient who has been taking quantities of aspirin might show increased post operative bleeding because aspirin inhibits:** A. Synthesis of thromboxane A2 and prevents platelet aggregation B. ... network E. Increase the absorption of vitamin K and prevents synthesis of blood clotting factors
Last Answer : A. Synthesis of thromboxane A2 and prevents platelet aggregation
Description : 1. The United Nations declared 2010 as which International Year? 2. Which tissue take part in healing the wounds? 3. Which is the highest and final judicial tribunal in respect of the Constitution ... dry tropics? 20. By whom was Shuddhi movement (conversion of non-Hindus to Hinduism) started?
Last Answer : Answer : 1. Rapprochemont of Cultures 2. Epithelium tissue 3. Supreme Court 4. Earthquakes 5. Sher Shah 6. Magnesium bicarbonate 7. Rowing 8. 20 Percent 9. Trellis 10. Aurangzeb's wife 11. Sun ... The Peshwa 16. Kiran Baloch 17. An umpire 18. Lead 19. Constant heating 20. Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Description : Assertion : Lymphocyte cells of connective tissue proper are called as cart whell cels. Reason : Lymphocyte cell is largest cell of connective tissue
Last Answer : Assertion : Lymphocyte cells of connective tissue proper are called as cart whell cels. Reason : ... D. If both Assertion & Reason are false.
Description : Frozen tissue section of a lymph node biopsy from the neck of an old dog shows granulomatous inflammation with large areas of necrosis. Which one would be most important to do? C A. cell surface markers for lymphocyte identification B. chromosomal analysis by karyotyping
Last Answer : cultures for acid fast bacilli and fungi
Description : An important feature of Zellweger ’s syndrome is (A) Hypoglycemia (B) Accumulation of phytanic acid in tissues (C) Skin eruptions (D) Accumulation of C26-C38 polyenoic acid in brain tissues
Last Answer : Answer : D