A wound has large amounts of microbes.It shows signs of infection.It is a(n)_____ wound.

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An infected wound is characterized by the presence of large amounts of microbes and signs of infection such as redness, swelling, warmth, and discharge. A contaminated wound refers to a wound that has been exposed to microbes but has not necessarily shown signs of infection. An open wound simply means that the skin has been broken, while a purulent wound specifically refers to a wound with pus.

A Wound Has Large Amounts of Microbes