Across
- 2. bacterial layer that can hinder wound healing and contribute to chronic wounds
- 4. thick leathery necrotic tissue covering a wound
- 5. layer of the skin that contains nerves and vessels
- 7. a solid swelling of clotted blood within the tissue
- 8. any fluid that has been extruded from tissue or capillaries
- 9. fibrous tissue that replaces skin after healing
- 11. top layer of the skin that serves as a barrier from the external environment
- 14. the presence and growth of bacteria on the surface of the skin without any evidence of tissue damage
Down
- 1. layer of the skin that is fat and supports insulation
- 3. softening of the skin caused by moisture
- 6. the force that is parallel to the skin
- 10. a superficial injury caused by rubbing/scraping
- 12. redness, swelling, pain, heat
- 13. a deep cut or tear