What explanation would you give to the patient

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You are recommending debridement for a right ischial tuberosity wound that is covered 60% with slough tissue. The patient wants to know why the wound is going to be debrided. What explanation would you give to the patient?

"Debridement will immediately decrease the size of the wound." "Debridement will reduce the chance for infection." "Debridement is performed to remove the yellow tissue that is infected." "Debridement increases drainage to the wound which will promote healing."

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