HAC Wound Care & Skin Integrity 2

Question 1

How often should a bedridden patient typically be repositioned to help prevent pressure injuries?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours

Answer

Standard practice recommends repositioning immobile patients at least every 2 hours to relieve sustained pressure and restore blood flow to at-risk tissues.

Question 2

Which bony area is at highest risk for pressure injury development in a patient who lies on their back (supine)?

Accepted Answer

Sacrum and coccyx

Answer

The sacrum and coccyx bear the greatest pressure in the supine position because they are prominent bony areas with limited padding and direct contact with the mattress.

Question 3

What type of dressing is designed to maintain a moist wound environment to promote healing?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocolloid or moisture-retentive dressing

Answer

Hydrocolloid and other moisture-retentive dressings maintain a moist wound environment, which has been shown to accelerate cell migration and wound healing.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of wound irrigation?

Accepted Answer

To remove debris, bacteria, and exudate from the wound bed

Answer

Wound irrigation uses a gentle stream of fluid (usually sterile saline) to remove debris, bacteria, and loose tissue from the wound, reducing infection risk.

Question 5

Which skin condition is characterized by redness, warmth, and weeping in skin folds, and is commonly seen in overweight patients or those with incontinence?

Accepted Answer

Intertrigo

Answer

Intertrigo is a skin inflammation occurring in warm, moist body folds where skin rubs together; it is worsened by moisture, heat, and friction, common in skin folds of overweight or incontinent patients.

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HAC Wound Care & Skin Integrity 2