The physician orders a dressing for a client with a wound.The student nurse is aware that the purpose of applying dressings includes which of the following? (Select all that apply. )
A)to promote homeostasis
B)to promote thermal insulation of the wound
C)to promote healing by reflecting light
D)to promote splinting or support for the wound
E)to provide concealment from the client

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A dressing serves several purposes: to promote homeostasis,to promote thermal insulation of the wound,to promote splinting or support for the wound,to provide concealment from the client,to protect the wound from bacterial contamination,to provide a moist environment to enhance epithelialization,to support healing by absorbing drainage,and to enhance debridement of the wound.

The Physician Orders a Dressing for a Client with a Wound.The