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EMORY WOUND EXAM 1-PRACTICE
QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS 2026
The metabolic rate in soft tissues is relatively high, so soft tissue is much more
susceptible to ischemia than tissues with a low metabolic rate, e.g., the brain. (L3)
True or False - correct-answer -False
Patients with intact sensation and intact mobility are very low risk for pressure
injury formation. (L3)
True or False - correct-answer -True
Identify indicators of deep tissue pressure injury. (L3)
1. Deep, purple hue
2. Blanchable erythema
3. Serum-filled blister
4. Fluctuation or induration
5. Bood-filled blister - correct-answer -1, 4, 5
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How many days does it normally take for a deep tissue pressure injury (DTPI) to
evolve? (L3)
A. 1-2 days
B. 3-7 days
C. >7 days - correct-answer -B
As long as tissue interface pressures are maintained at a level below 25 mmHg,
the patient will not develop a pressure injury. (L3)
True or False - correct-answer -False
Failure to closely inspect skin on admission can result in lost revenues and
increased liability. (L3)
True or False - correct-answer -True
Tissue ischemia causes discomfort, which prompts a healthy individual to change
positions and offload the affected area. (L3)
True or False - correct-answer -True
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Match each risk factor to skin loss caused by external factors. (L3)
A. Skin Tears
B. MARSI
1. dependency on others for ADLs
2. purpuric lesions
3. chronic or critical illness
4. cytotoxic therapy (chemo or radiation)
5. intervention-intense areas (ED, ICU, OR, etc)
6. thin, fragile skin d/t drugs, malnutrition, or dermatologic conditions - correct-
answer -A - 1, 2, 3
B - 4, 5, 6
Which structure of the skin provides the body with photoprotective properties by
absorbing harmful UV light? (2)
A. Melanin
B. Langerhans cells
C. Odland bodies
D. Stratum lucidum - correct-answer -A
EMORY WOUND EXAM 1-PRACTICE
QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS 2026
The metabolic rate in soft tissues is relatively high, so soft tissue is much more
susceptible to ischemia than tissues with a low metabolic rate, e.g., the brain. (L3)
True or False - correct-answer -False
Patients with intact sensation and intact mobility are very low risk for pressure
injury formation. (L3)
True or False - correct-answer -True
Identify indicators of deep tissue pressure injury. (L3)
1. Deep, purple hue
2. Blanchable erythema
3. Serum-filled blister
4. Fluctuation or induration
5. Bood-filled blister - correct-answer -1, 4, 5
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How many days does it normally take for a deep tissue pressure injury (DTPI) to
evolve? (L3)
A. 1-2 days
B. 3-7 days
C. >7 days - correct-answer -B
As long as tissue interface pressures are maintained at a level below 25 mmHg,
the patient will not develop a pressure injury. (L3)
True or False - correct-answer -False
Failure to closely inspect skin on admission can result in lost revenues and
increased liability. (L3)
True or False - correct-answer -True
Tissue ischemia causes discomfort, which prompts a healthy individual to change
positions and offload the affected area. (L3)
True or False - correct-answer -True
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Match each risk factor to skin loss caused by external factors. (L3)
A. Skin Tears
B. MARSI
1. dependency on others for ADLs
2. purpuric lesions
3. chronic or critical illness
4. cytotoxic therapy (chemo or radiation)
5. intervention-intense areas (ED, ICU, OR, etc)
6. thin, fragile skin d/t drugs, malnutrition, or dermatologic conditions - correct-
answer -A - 1, 2, 3
B - 4, 5, 6
Which structure of the skin provides the body with photoprotective properties by
absorbing harmful UV light? (2)
A. Melanin
B. Langerhans cells
C. Odland bodies
D. Stratum lucidum - correct-answer -A
