CNA Basic Nursing Skills 3 2

Question 1

What does the term 'eschar' refer to in wound care?

Accepted Answer

Thick, dry, leathery necrotic tissue covering a wound

Answer

New granulation tissue forming in the wound bed

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Clear fluid seeping from a wound

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A wound that has fully epithelialized

Question 2

How should a CNA handle soiled wound dressings after removal?

Accepted Answer

Roll them inward and dispose of them in a biohazard or covered waste container

Answer

Place them in the regular trash immediately

Answer

Leave them on the overbed table for the nurse to inspect

Answer

Flush them down the toilet

Question 3

Which sign indicates that a wound is healing properly?

Accepted Answer

Pink granulation tissue visible in the wound bed

Answer

Increasing redness and warmth around the wound

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Green purulent drainage from the wound

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Wound edges pulling apart

Question 4

A resident has a wound on the heel. Which action best helps prevent worsening of the wound?

Accepted Answer

Use a heel protector or float the heels off the mattress

Answer

Massage the heel vigorously to increase circulation

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Apply a tight bandage to reduce swelling

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Keep the resident lying on their back at all times

Question 5

What information should the CNA document after a wound dressing change?

Accepted Answer

Location of the wound, type of dressing, wound appearance, and drainage amount and color

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Only the time the dressing was changed

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The brand of dressing used only

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No documentation is required for routine dressing changes

Question 6

Which action by the CNA violates principles of aseptic technique during wound care?

Accepted Answer

Reaching across the sterile field to obtain supplies

Answer

Washing hands before and after the procedure

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Using sterile gloves when touching the wound

Answer

Changing gloves if they become contaminated