NRSG 426 Fundamentals of Wound Care Exam 2
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Exam Prep
1. Describe the significance of evaluating the presence of infection during
wound assessment.
Evaluating the presence of infection is crucial as it helps determine
the appropriate treatment and prevents complications.
Evaluating the presence of infection is only relevant in chronic wounds.
Evaluating the presence of infection is not necessary if the wound
appears clean.
Evaluating the presence of infection only matters for surgical wounds.
2. If a patient develops a stage 2 pressure ulcer, what immediate action should a
healthcare provider take to promote healing?
Start systemic antibiotics immediately.
Ignore the ulcer as it will heal naturally.
Implement a specialized wound care plan to address the partial
thickness loss.
Apply a full thickness dressing to cover the ulcer.
3. Nurse Susan informed her client that malnutrition can lead to what
consequence(s)?
Increased immunity
Decreased nutrient needs
Prolonged wound healing
Increased use of medications
,4. Describe the purpose of the Braden scale in the context of wound care.
The Braden scale categorizes different types of wounds.
The Braden scale assesses the effectiveness of wound treatments.
The Braden scale measures the severity of existing wounds.
The Braden scale is designed to evaluate a patient's risk for
developing pressure ulcers.
5. What are the key components evaluated during wound assessment?
Appearance, smell, tissue type, surrounding area, and presence of
infection.
Temperature, blood flow, sensation, and mobility.
Type of wound, age of the patient, location, and treatment history.
Size, color, depth, moisture level, and pain.
6. What is the appropriate temperature for hot compresses when treating
elderly patients?
110 degrees Fahrenheit
100 degrees Fahrenheit
120 degrees Fahrenheit
90 degrees Fahrenheit
7. What is an evisceration?
Abdominal injury that causes the intestines to protrude out of the
wound.
Abdominal organ rupture
, Abdominal injury that causes tearing of the abdominal organs.
Abdominal laceration that is bleeding.
8. In a clinical scenario, if a patient develops a stage 4 pressure ulcer, what
would be the most critical nursing intervention to implement?
Encouraging the patient to walk more frequently to promote healing.
Implementing a comprehensive wound care plan that includes
regular assessment and appropriate dressing changes.
Only applying topical ointments without further assessment.
Ignoring the ulcer as it is a common occurrence in bedridden patients.
9. Describe the characteristics that define an incision wound.
An incision wound is a type of abrasion caused by scraping.
An incision wound is characterized by a straight cut made with a
cutting instrument.
An incision wound is a tear in the skin caused by friction.
An incision wound is a puncture made by a sharp object.
10. Which type of wound drainage consists of mixed blood and plasma?
Serosanguineous
Serous
Purulent
Sanguineous
11. An abrasion is:
Partial or complete loss of a body part.
, The result of a sharp object driven through soft tissue.
A scrape or rubbing away of the epidermis.
A deep break in the skin involving significant bleeding.
12. Describe how chronic illness can impact the risk of skin injury.
Chronic illness only affects the skin's appearance, not its integrity.
Chronic illness can impair circulation and healing, increasing the
risk of skin injury.
Chronic illness improves skin resilience against injuries.
Chronic illness has no effect on skin injury risk.
13. Describe the main characteristics of a puncture wound and how it differs
from other types of wounds.
A puncture wound is a type of burn resulting from exposure to heat.
A puncture wound is characterized by a deep hole made by a
sharp object, differing from other wounds which may involve
tearing or abrasion.
A puncture wound is a superficial injury that only affects the skin's
surface.
A puncture wound is caused by blunt force trauma, leading to
bruising.
14. Associated with fistula formation
ulcerative colitis
crohn's disease
Practice Test 2026 | Emory | Verified Answers |
Exam Prep
1. Describe the significance of evaluating the presence of infection during
wound assessment.
Evaluating the presence of infection is crucial as it helps determine
the appropriate treatment and prevents complications.
Evaluating the presence of infection is only relevant in chronic wounds.
Evaluating the presence of infection is not necessary if the wound
appears clean.
Evaluating the presence of infection only matters for surgical wounds.
2. If a patient develops a stage 2 pressure ulcer, what immediate action should a
healthcare provider take to promote healing?
Start systemic antibiotics immediately.
Ignore the ulcer as it will heal naturally.
Implement a specialized wound care plan to address the partial
thickness loss.
Apply a full thickness dressing to cover the ulcer.
3. Nurse Susan informed her client that malnutrition can lead to what
consequence(s)?
Increased immunity
Decreased nutrient needs
Prolonged wound healing
Increased use of medications
,4. Describe the purpose of the Braden scale in the context of wound care.
The Braden scale categorizes different types of wounds.
The Braden scale assesses the effectiveness of wound treatments.
The Braden scale measures the severity of existing wounds.
The Braden scale is designed to evaluate a patient's risk for
developing pressure ulcers.
5. What are the key components evaluated during wound assessment?
Appearance, smell, tissue type, surrounding area, and presence of
infection.
Temperature, blood flow, sensation, and mobility.
Type of wound, age of the patient, location, and treatment history.
Size, color, depth, moisture level, and pain.
6. What is the appropriate temperature for hot compresses when treating
elderly patients?
110 degrees Fahrenheit
100 degrees Fahrenheit
120 degrees Fahrenheit
90 degrees Fahrenheit
7. What is an evisceration?
Abdominal injury that causes the intestines to protrude out of the
wound.
Abdominal organ rupture
, Abdominal injury that causes tearing of the abdominal organs.
Abdominal laceration that is bleeding.
8. In a clinical scenario, if a patient develops a stage 4 pressure ulcer, what
would be the most critical nursing intervention to implement?
Encouraging the patient to walk more frequently to promote healing.
Implementing a comprehensive wound care plan that includes
regular assessment and appropriate dressing changes.
Only applying topical ointments without further assessment.
Ignoring the ulcer as it is a common occurrence in bedridden patients.
9. Describe the characteristics that define an incision wound.
An incision wound is a type of abrasion caused by scraping.
An incision wound is characterized by a straight cut made with a
cutting instrument.
An incision wound is a tear in the skin caused by friction.
An incision wound is a puncture made by a sharp object.
10. Which type of wound drainage consists of mixed blood and plasma?
Serosanguineous
Serous
Purulent
Sanguineous
11. An abrasion is:
Partial or complete loss of a body part.
, The result of a sharp object driven through soft tissue.
A scrape or rubbing away of the epidermis.
A deep break in the skin involving significant bleeding.
12. Describe how chronic illness can impact the risk of skin injury.
Chronic illness only affects the skin's appearance, not its integrity.
Chronic illness can impair circulation and healing, increasing the
risk of skin injury.
Chronic illness improves skin resilience against injuries.
Chronic illness has no effect on skin injury risk.
13. Describe the main characteristics of a puncture wound and how it differs
from other types of wounds.
A puncture wound is a type of burn resulting from exposure to heat.
A puncture wound is characterized by a deep hole made by a
sharp object, differing from other wounds which may involve
tearing or abrasion.
A puncture wound is a superficial injury that only affects the skin's
surface.
A puncture wound is caused by blunt force trauma, leading to
bruising.
14. Associated with fistula formation
ulcerative colitis
crohn's disease
