Wound Care & Edema Management Flashcards
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What is the primary goal of edema management during the acute phase following hand injury?
Answer: Reduce swelling to prevent fibrosis and joint stiffness
Reducing swelling in the acute phase prevents fibrosis and joint stiffness that can lead to long-term functional impairment.
Which measurement technique is considered the gold standard for quantifying overall hand and wrist edema volume?
Answer: Volumetric water displacement
Volumetric water displacement provides the most accurate three-dimensional measurement of limb volume and is considered the gold standard for edema assessment.
When performing retrograde massage for edema reduction, in which direction should strokes be applied?
Answer: Distal to proximal
Retrograde massage uses distal-to-proximal strokes to mechanically move interstitial fluid toward the lymphatic drainage system, reducing peripheral edema.
String wrapping (Coban self-adherent wrap) for digit edema should begin at the:
Answer: Fingertip, wrapping proximally
Coban wrapping begins at the fingertip and progresses proximally to push fluid out of the digit toward the lymphatic system.
Which clinical sign most strongly suggests wound infection requiring medical referral?
Answer: Increasing warmth, spreading erythema, and purulent drainage
The combination of increasing warmth, spreading erythema, and purulent drainage are classic signs of wound infection that require prompt medical attention.
Elevation of the hand post-surgically is most effective when the hand is positioned at which level?
Answer: Above heart level
Elevating the hand above heart level uses gravity to promote venous and lymphatic drainage, most effectively reducing post-surgical edema.
Which type of wound dressing is most appropriate for a clean, moist, granulating wound with minimal exudate?
Answer: Hydrocolloid
Hydrocolloid dressings maintain optimal moist wound healing conditions for granulating wounds while protecting fragile new tissue from damage during dressing changes.