Understanding Pressure Ulcers and Related Concepts Quiz

Take this quiz to understand pressure ulcers, risk factors, prevention, and management strategies. Perfect for healthcare professionals and students.

#1

What is a pressure ulcer?

A type of fracture in bones caused by excessive pressure
A skin injury resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin
A form of cardiac arrest due to high blood pressure
A respiratory condition caused by low atmospheric pressure
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#2

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing pressure ulcers?

Regular repositioning
Adequate nutrition
Immobility
Hydrated skin
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#3

Which of the following is NOT a common site for pressure ulcers?

Sacrum
Heel
Shoulder
Elbow
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#4

What is the term used to describe the removal of dead or damaged tissue from a wound?

Debridement
Dressings
Sutures
Bandages
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#5

What is the primary mechanism that leads to the formation of pressure ulcers?

Shear forces
Friction
Compression
Torsion
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#6

Which of the following is a common complication of pressure ulcers?

Hyperthermia
Hypothermia
Sepsis
Hypertension
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#7

What is the Braden Scale used for?

To assess risk factors for pressure ulcers
To measure blood pressure
To evaluate respiratory function
To diagnose skin infections
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#8

Which stage of pressure ulcers involves partial thickness skin loss involving epidermis and/or dermis?

Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Stage 4
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#9

Which of the following is a category of support surfaces used for pressure ulcer prevention?

Static support surfaces
High-friction surfaces
Inflatable mattresses
Fleece blankets
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#10

What is the term for a pressure ulcer that extends through all layers of the skin and into muscle, tendon, or bone?

Superficial ulcer
Deep tissue injury
Stage 3 ulcer
Unstageable ulcer
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#11

What is the term used to describe a pressure ulcer that is covered by slough or eschar, making it difficult to stage?

Deep tissue injury
Stage 1 ulcer
Stage 4 ulcer
Unstageable ulcer
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#12

Which of the following factors can impair wound healing in pressure ulcers?

Adequate nutrition
Oxygen therapy
Infection
Regular wound cleaning
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#13

What is the primary goal of managing pressure ulcers?

To promote wound healing
To prevent infection
To minimize pain
All of the above
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#14

Which of the following interventions can help reduce the risk of pressure ulcers?

Regular repositioning
Keeping skin moist with lotions
Massaging bony prominences
Applying heat to the affected area
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#15

Which healthcare professionals are typically involved in the management of pressure ulcers?

Nurses
Surgeons
Physical therapists
All of the above
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#16

What is the term for the process of redistributing pressure away from bony prominences to prevent pressure ulcers?

Pressure offloading
Pressure redistribution
Pressure equalization
Pressure reduction
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#17

Which of the following interventions is aimed at reducing friction and shear forces to prevent pressure ulcers?

Using moisture-retentive dressings
Keeping the skin dry
Using transfer aids during patient repositioning
Applying topical antiseptics
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