Debridement is ____. 

A. a collection of pus that forms as a result of infection
B. the surgical removal of debris or dead tissue from a wound
C. a deep wound caused by a sharp object
D. the use of extreme cold to destroy unwanted tissue
E. the process of aspirating fluid and tissue cells through a needle

B. the surgical removal of debris or dead tissue from a wound
Debridement is the removal of debris or dead tissue from a wound to expose healthy tissue and promote healing.

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