In what type of wound is a foam dressing contraindicated?
A)Shallow stage II ulcer
B)Exudative stage II ulcer
C)Wound that has tunneling
D)Wound that is infected

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Foam dressings are not appropriate when there is wound tunneling because the dressing expands,which can enlarge the tunnels.International pressure ulcer guidelines recommend foam for use on exudative stage II and shallow stage II pressure ulcers.Foam dressings are also used to dress infected wounds.

In What Type of Wound Is a Foam Dressing Contraindicated