CHT Wound Care & Edema Management 3

Question 1

Which dressing type is most appropriate for a heavily exudating hand wound?

Accepted Answer

Calcium alginate dressing

Answer

Calcium alginate dressings have high absorption capacity, making them ideal for heavily exudating wounds, and they form a gel when saturated that maintains a moist environment.

Question 2

When using volumetric water displacement for serial edema measurements, what environmental factor must remain consistent?

Accepted Answer

Water temperature

Answer

Consistent water temperature is essential for volumetric measurements to ensure validity and reliability when comparing serial measurements across sessions.

Question 3

Scar management interventions following hand trauma should typically be initiated:

Accepted Answer

Once the wound is fully epithelialized and closed

Answer

Scar management with compression and silicone can begin once wound closure is achieved to influence early scar remodeling before collagen fully matures and becomes resistant to change.

Question 4

Which measurement technique provides the most reliable tracking of individual digit edema over time?

Accepted Answer

Circumferential tape measurement at consistent anatomical landmarks

Answer

Circumferential tape measurements at consistent anatomical landmarks on each digit provide reliable, reproducible tracking of individual digit edema across treatment sessions.

Question 5

When wrapping a hand with a compressive bandage for edema management, which area should remain exposed to monitor circulatory status?

Accepted Answer

The fingertips

Answer

Fingertips must remain exposed to allow monitoring of circulation, skin color, temperature, and capillary refill to detect excessive compression that could compromise blood flow.

(CHT) Certified Hand Therapist Practice Test

(CHT) Certified Hand Therapist Practice Test

CHT Wound Care & Edema Management 3