Question

.A.C. VERAFLO Therapy's comparative clinical outcomes are attributed to:

a) Standard of care alone
b) V.A.C.® Therapy alone
c) Standard of care and V.A.C.® Therapy
d) Prontosan® Wound Irrigation Solution

Answer 1

The comparative clinical outcomes of A.C. VERAFLO Therapy are attributed to the combination of standard care and V.A.C. Therapy, which help manage complex wounds and prevent complications such as sepsis.

Step-by-step explanation:

The comparative clinical outcomes of A.C. VERAFLO Therapy are attributed to a combination of standard care and Vacuum-Assisted Closure (V.A.C.®) Therapy. V.A.C. Therapy is specifically designed for wound management by applying controlled negative pressure to the wound bed, promoting faster healing through increased blood flow and more efficient removal of wound exudate. It is often used in conjunction with standard treatments such as rehydration, antibiotic therapy, and supportive measures, especially in complex cases where antibiotic-resistant infections or C. difficile infections might be a concern.

Implementing careful antibiotic use is crucial to avoid exacerbating the infection and to effectively manage antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The combination approach of standard care and V.A.C. Therapy has shown superior clinical outcomes in managing complex wounds and preventing further complications such as sepsis, which could lead to multiple organ failures as seen in the provided clinical focus.