#1
What is a pressure injury?
A wound caused by too much pressure on the skin
ExplanationResulting from prolonged pressure on the skin.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing pressure injuries?
Regular repositioning
ExplanationRegular repositioning helps prevent pressure injuries.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a common site for pressure injuries?
Forehead
ExplanationPressure injuries are less common on the forehead.
#4
What is the primary goal of pressure injury management?
To promote wound healing
ExplanationManagement aims to facilitate healing.
#5
What is the most common cause of pressure injuries?
Friction and shear
ExplanationFriction and shear are the leading causes.
#6
Which of the following is a characteristic of a Stage 2 pressure injury?
Partial-thickness skin loss
ExplanationStage 2 involves partial-thickness skin loss.
#7
Which stage of pressure injury involves full-thickness skin loss?
Stage 4
ExplanationStage 4 involves deep tissue loss.
#8
What is the Braden Scale used for in relation to pressure injuries?
To assess risk factors for pressure injuries
ExplanationIt assesses the risk of developing pressure ulcers.
#9
Which type of pressure injury results from friction and shear?
Deep tissue injury
ExplanationFriction and shear cause deep tissue injuries.
#10
What is the term used to describe the removal of dead tissue from a wound?
Debridement
ExplanationIt's the removal of necrotic tissue.
#11
What is the term for the process of relieving pressure on an area of the body?
Repositioning
ExplanationRepositioning alleviates pressure.
#12
Which of the following is NOT a category of the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) staging system?
Stage 5
ExplanationStage 5 isn't part of the NPUAP staging.
#13
Which of the following terms is used to describe the shedding of the outer layer of the skin?
Desquamation
ExplanationIt refers to the shedding of the skin's outer layer.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a common treatment for pressure injuries?
Topical steroids
ExplanationSteroids are not typically used in treatment.
#15
What is the term for the formation of a wound beneath intact skin due to pressure?
Deep tissue injury
ExplanationIt's damage beneath intact skin.
#16
What is the primary goal of offloading pressure on a wound?
To minimize further tissue damage
ExplanationIt's to prevent exacerbation of damage.
#17
What is the term for a pressure injury that extends through the skin and subcutaneous tissue?
Deep tissue injury
ExplanationIt penetrates through skin and subcutaneous tissue.