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A nurse is preparing to apply a dressing for a client who has a stage 2 pressure injury. Which of the following types of dressing
should the nurse use?
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Alginate
Alginate dressings are used to treat stage 3 and 4 pressure injuries to absorb drainage. Alginate forms a soft gel when it
comes in contact with drainage.
Gauze
Moistened gauze promotes healing in stage 4 or unstageable pressure injuries by causing debridement and allowing
granulation of the wound bed.
Transparent
Transparent dressings promote healing in stage 1 pressure injuries by preventing further friction and shearing.
• Hydrocolloid
Hydrocolloid dressings promote healing in stage 2 pressure injuries by creating a moist wound bed.
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