CNA Wound Care and Skin Integrity 3

Question 1

A resident has a pressure injury with black, hard, leathery tissue covering it. This tissue is called:

Accepted Answer

Eschar

Answer

Eschar is black, brown, or tan hardened dead tissue (necrotic tissue) that can obscure the true wound depth.

Question 2

Which nutritional element is MOST important for wound healing?

Accepted Answer

Protein

Answer

Protein is essential for tissue repair, immune function, and collagen synthesis needed for wound healing.

Question 3

A CNA observes that a resident's wound has increased redness, warmth, and swelling around it. These signs indicate:

Accepted Answer

Signs of wound infection requiring nurse notification

Answer

Increased redness, warmth, and swelling are classic signs of infection (calor, rubor, tumor) and must be reported to the nurse immediately.

Question 4

Which type of drainage from a wound is considered abnormal and must be reported immediately?

Accepted Answer

Sanguineous drainage (bright red)

Answer

Sanguineous drainage indicates active bleeding, which requires prompt nursing assessment and intervention.

Question 5

To prevent friction injuries when moving a resident up in bed, the CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Use a lift sheet or draw sheet to slide the resident

Answer

A lift or draw sheet reduces friction by allowing the resident to be lifted rather than dragged across the bed surface.

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