Physiological AdaptationQuestion 392 of 2368
A client has a Stage 3 pressure injury with a large amount of exudate. Which dressing is most appropriate for packing this wound?
- Transparent film
- Alginate dressing
- Hydrogel dressing
- Unmoistened gauze
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Correct answer: Alginate dressing
Alginate and hydrofiber dressings are highly absorptive and are used to pack full-thickness exudative wounds such as Stage 3 or 4 injuries.
Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Wound Care: WOUND DRESSINGS. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Physiological Adaptation"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026