Certified Nurses Operating Room (CNOR) Practice Exam

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What is the primary goal of wound healing in the primary intention process?

To allow for complete drainage
To close the wound quickly and promote normal healing
To prevent scarring
To promote granulation tissue formation

The correct answer is: To close the wound quickly and promote normal healing

The primary goal of wound healing in the primary intention process is to close the wound quickly and promote normal healing. Primary intention healing occurs when the edges of a clean, surgical wound are brought together and closed, often with sutures, staples, or adhesive. This method is typically used for wounds with minimal tissue loss, such as surgical incisions, which can be easily approximated. In this process, the focus is on facilitating the body's natural healing mechanisms to restore skin integrity with minimal complications. The quick closure helps reduce the risk of infection, minimizes scarring, and optimally restores tissue function. While factors like drainage, scarring, and granulation tissue formation are also relevant to wound healing, they are not the main goal of primary intention, which emphasizes speed and efficiency in healing.