SAQ 993 – Traumatic lower-leg laceration wound care

A 53-year-old man injured his posterior lower leg on sharp steel at a worksite and presents 6 hours later with a 5 cm laceration.

Describe the usual method of wound irrigation for traumatic wounds.

(Marked out of 3.0)

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Which wounds are typically considered candidates for delayed primary closure?

(Marked out of 2.0)

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Describe the technique for delayed primary closure.

(Marked out of 2.0)

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In what circumstances is antibiotic prophylaxis appropriate in traumatic wounds?

(Marked out of 5.0)

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What key wound-care instructions will you give this patient?

(Marked out of 4.0)

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