CWCN Exam 2 questions with verified
answers
sensitization phase - correct answer ✔✔ First Phase of allergic reaction
the antigen is recognized but does not respond
elicitation phase - correct answer ✔✔ Second Phase of allergic reaction acute inflammatory
reaction within 48 to 72 hours.
Pyoderma Gangrenosum - correct answer ✔✔ a rare, inflammatory skin disease where painful
pustules or nodules become ulcers that progressively grow. Irregular shape, raised and
violaceous edges not infectious. Treatments may include corticosteroids, ciclosporin, infliximab,
or canakinumab. These are biopsied to rule out infection
Mobility Braden scale - correct answer ✔✔ Ability to change and control body position
1 Completely immobile
2 Very limited
3 Slightly limited
4 No impairment
Activity Braden scale - correct answer ✔✔ Degree of physical activity
1 Bedfast
2 Chairfast
3 walks occassional
4 walks frequently
, Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) - correct answer ✔✔ is a rare and serious skin condition. Often,
it's caused by an adverse reaction to medication like anticonvulsants or antibiotics. The main
symptom is severe skin peeling and blistering. The peeling progresses quickly, resulting in large
raw areas that may ooze or weep. A severe version of Steve Johnson syndrome
Calciphylaxis - correct answer ✔✔ is a serious, uncommon disease in which calcium
accumulates in small blood vessels of the fat and skin tissues. this condition causes blood clots,
painful skin ulcers and may cause serious infections that can lead to death.
When to use whirlpool therapy - correct answer ✔✔ Large truck wound or pressure ulcer of the
lower extremity to remove debris and bacteria
What is LEAD associated with - correct answer ✔✔ rheumatoid arthritis, lupus connective tissue
and autoimmune disorders.
vasculitis - correct answer ✔✔ an inflammation of the blood vessels. It happens when the
body's immune system attacks the blood vessel by mistake. It can happen because of an
infection, a medicine, or another disease. The cause is often unknown. this affects arteries,
veins and capillaries.
Who get Hyperbaric oxygen Therapy - correct answer ✔✔ Diabetic wounds and compromised
skin grafts or muscle flaps
what pressure for NPWT? - correct answer ✔✔ 50-75 mm Hg for infants
What is a potassium hydroxide scraping for? (KOH) - correct answer ✔✔ Tests for opportunistic
topical fungal infections
hydrofiber dressing - correct answer ✔✔ may be used for the management of: wounds healing
by primary intent (e.g., traumatic and elective post operative wounds/incisions) and as an
answers
sensitization phase - correct answer ✔✔ First Phase of allergic reaction
the antigen is recognized but does not respond
elicitation phase - correct answer ✔✔ Second Phase of allergic reaction acute inflammatory
reaction within 48 to 72 hours.
Pyoderma Gangrenosum - correct answer ✔✔ a rare, inflammatory skin disease where painful
pustules or nodules become ulcers that progressively grow. Irregular shape, raised and
violaceous edges not infectious. Treatments may include corticosteroids, ciclosporin, infliximab,
or canakinumab. These are biopsied to rule out infection
Mobility Braden scale - correct answer ✔✔ Ability to change and control body position
1 Completely immobile
2 Very limited
3 Slightly limited
4 No impairment
Activity Braden scale - correct answer ✔✔ Degree of physical activity
1 Bedfast
2 Chairfast
3 walks occassional
4 walks frequently
, Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) - correct answer ✔✔ is a rare and serious skin condition. Often,
it's caused by an adverse reaction to medication like anticonvulsants or antibiotics. The main
symptom is severe skin peeling and blistering. The peeling progresses quickly, resulting in large
raw areas that may ooze or weep. A severe version of Steve Johnson syndrome
Calciphylaxis - correct answer ✔✔ is a serious, uncommon disease in which calcium
accumulates in small blood vessels of the fat and skin tissues. this condition causes blood clots,
painful skin ulcers and may cause serious infections that can lead to death.
When to use whirlpool therapy - correct answer ✔✔ Large truck wound or pressure ulcer of the
lower extremity to remove debris and bacteria
What is LEAD associated with - correct answer ✔✔ rheumatoid arthritis, lupus connective tissue
and autoimmune disorders.
vasculitis - correct answer ✔✔ an inflammation of the blood vessels. It happens when the
body's immune system attacks the blood vessel by mistake. It can happen because of an
infection, a medicine, or another disease. The cause is often unknown. this affects arteries,
veins and capillaries.
Who get Hyperbaric oxygen Therapy - correct answer ✔✔ Diabetic wounds and compromised
skin grafts or muscle flaps
what pressure for NPWT? - correct answer ✔✔ 50-75 mm Hg for infants
What is a potassium hydroxide scraping for? (KOH) - correct answer ✔✔ Tests for opportunistic
topical fungal infections
hydrofiber dressing - correct answer ✔✔ may be used for the management of: wounds healing
by primary intent (e.g., traumatic and elective post operative wounds/incisions) and as an
