PATHOLOGY MCQ
HEALING AND REPAIR
Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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faster
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slowler
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Muscle has a rich blood supply, which is why it is the fastest healing tissue listed above. The circulatory system provides all tissues with nutrients and oxygen – both of which enable the tissue to heal. Because muscle gets lots of blood flow, it has a good environment for healing.
Detailed explanation-2: -Blood vessels open in the area, so blood can bring oxygen and nutrients to the wound. Oxygen is essential for healing. White blood cells help fight infection from germs and begin to repair the wound. This stage takes about 2 to 5 days.
Detailed explanation-3: -Overall, blood flow is vital to healing joint, muscle, and tissue injuries. Blood flow carries oxygen and nutrients to the site of an injury. Oxygen helps support cell growth and protein synthesis, which are key parts of recovery.
Detailed explanation-4: -Wounds heal faster if they are kept warm. Try to be quick when changing dressings. Exposing a wound to the open air can drop its temperature and may slow healing for a few hours. Don’t use antiseptic creams, washes or sprays on a chronic wound.
Detailed explanation-5: -Fibrous connective tissues like ligaments and tendons as well as bones, cartilage, and nerves tend to take the longest to heal.