CNA Wound Care and Skin Integrity 2

Question 1

A resident has a Stage 2 pressure injury. Which description best matches this stage?

Accepted Answer

Partial-thickness skin loss with a shallow open wound

Answer

Stage 2 pressure injuries involve partial-thickness skin loss presenting as a shallow open wound with a pink or red wound bed.

Question 2

When repositioning a resident to prevent pressure injuries, how often should a bedridden resident typically be turned?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours

Answer

Standard practice calls for repositioning bedridden residents at least every 2 hours to relieve pressure and promote circulation.

Question 3

A CNA notices yellow, stringy tissue in a wound. This is most likely:

Accepted Answer

Slough

Answer

Slough is yellow, tan, or gray stringy necrotic tissue that must be removed for proper wound healing.

Question 4

Which action should a CNA take FIRST when a wound dressing becomes wet or soiled?

Accepted Answer

Report it to the nurse and document the observation

Answer

CNAs must report changes such as a soiled dressing to the nurse, as dressing changes require nursing assessment and orders.

Question 5

Which bony prominence is at the HIGHEST risk for pressure injury development in a resident who sits in a wheelchair for extended periods?

Accepted Answer

Ischial tuberosities

Answer

The ischial tuberosities bear the most weight when sitting and are the primary pressure points for wheelchair users.

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