Solutions
Protease inhibitors Correct Answer - controls levels of inflammatory
enzymes
Matrix dressings Correct Answer - scaffolding to aid in cell migration and
attachment
Cell and tissue substitutes Correct Answer - provides cells and growth
factors to promote healing
What is one characteristic of a non-healing wound? Correct Answer -
persistent high levels of pro-inflammatory MMPs
What are the 3 guidelines for active therapies for non-healing wounds
Correct Answer - use only for wounds that are clean, non-granulating
(uninfected)
if wound necrotic-debride first
if wound infected- antibiotic first
How long would you use a protease inhibitor dressing if no response?
Correct Answer - 2 weeks
What are the theoretical basis for Acellular matrix dressings? Correct
Answer - Provides scaffolding for cell migration and attachment