You are caring for a client with an infected wound that is draining. What sort of dressing would you expect to be ordered for this client's wound to facilitate the removal of dead and damaged tissue?
A) Dry
B) Gauze
C) Wet-to-dry
D) Pressure

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Wet-to-dry dressing is appropriate for a client with an infected wound that is draining as it helps to remove dead and damaged tissue through mechanical debridement. Wet gauze is applied to the wound and allowed to dry, which helps to lift and remove the debris when the dressing is changed. Dry or pressure dressings are not appropriate for infected wounds as they do not promote the removal of dead tissue. Gauze dressings can be used for wound packing or as a secondary layer over a wet-to-dry dressing, but they do not facilitate debridement on their own.

You Are Caring for a Client with an Infected Wound