Wound Classification and Assessment Quiz

Explore wound types, assessment methods & factors affecting healing in this comprehensive wound care quiz. Perfect for healthcare professionals.

#1

Which of the following is not a type of wound?

Abrasion
Contusion
Erosion
Expansion
5 answered
#2

Which layer of the skin is primarily affected in a puncture wound?

Epidermis
Dermis
Subcutaneous tissue
Muscle tissue
5 answered
#3

Which of the following is not a sign of wound infection?

Increased redness around the wound
Decreased swelling
Purulent drainage
Foul odor
4 answered
#4

What is the term for a wound caused by a tearing or stretching of the skin?

Laceration
Avulsion
Incision
Ulceration
3 answered
#5

Which of the following is a characteristic of a chronic wound?

Heals within days
Usually caused by a single traumatic event
Shows signs of healing progression
Often fails to progress through the normal stages of wound healing
5 answered
#6

What is debridement in wound management?

The process of suturing a wound
The removal of foreign objects from the wound
The application of a dressing to the wound
The process of removing dead or infected tissue from a wound
4 answered
#7

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of an infected wound?

Pale granulation tissue
Decreased exudate
Increased pain
Decreased warmth
4 answered
#8

Which wound classification system is commonly used in healthcare settings?

Simple classification
Chronic wound classification
Wagner scale
Clean-contaminated classification
1 answered
#9

Which of the following is a method used to measure wound size?

Ruler measurement
Blood pressure cuff
Oxygen saturation probe
Stethoscope
1 answered
#10

What does the acronym SOAP stand for in wound assessment documentation?

Suture, Ointment, Antiseptic, Pain
Size, Opening, Appearance, Pain
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
Sterile, Over-the-counter, Antibiotic, Prescription
1 answered
#11

Which of the following is an example of a closed wound?

Laceration
Puncture wound
Abrasion
Contusion
1 answered
#12

What is the primary goal of wound care?

To prevent infection
To maximize scarring
To promote optimal wound healing
To minimize patient discomfort
1 answered
#13

What is the primary purpose of wound assessment?

To determine the patient's age
To identify the cause of the injury
To monitor the progression of wound healing
To assess the patient's vital signs
1 answered
#14

Which of the following factors can impair wound healing?

Adequate nutrition
Young age
Smoking
Regular exercise
2 answered
#15

Which of the following conditions is characterized by impaired wound healing due to insufficient blood supply to the wound?

Diabetes mellitus
Hypertension
Peripheral artery disease
Hyperthyroidism
3 answered
#16

Which of the following wound types is commonly associated with diabetic patients?

Pressure ulcer
Venous ulcer
Arterial ulcer
Decubitus ulcer
2 answered
#17

Which of the following is a method used to assess wound pain?

Visual inspection
Palpation
Olfactory assessment
Tissue culture
2 answered

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