Question

question 5
what is the main purpose of applying a dressing to a wound?
to reduce swelling.
to absorb blood and promote clotting.
to prevent pain.
to clean the wound.

question 6
what is a hemostatic dressing?
a dressing that provides a cooling effect on a wound.
a dressing treated with a substance to speed up clot formation.
a dressing used to sterilize the wound.
a bandage used for minor injuries.

Explanation:

Question 5

A dressing is a material placed on a wound. Its main function is to absorb blood (from the wound) and promote clotting (to stop bleeding). Reducing swelling is more related to cold compresses or medications. Preventing pain is often done with pain - relievers. Cleaning the wound is usually the first step before applying a dressing, done with antiseptics.

A hemostatic dressing has a special property. The word “hemostatic” relates to stopping bleeding. A dressing treated with a substance to speed up clot formation (hemostasis) fits this definition. A cooling - effect dressing is for pain or swelling reduction. Sterilizing the wound is done with antiseptics. A bandage for minor injuries is a general - use bandage, not specifically hemostatic.

Answer:

To absorb blood and promote clotting.

Question 6