LPN Wound Care and Pressure Injury Staging 3

Question 1

Which Braden Scale subscale specifically evaluates the patient's ability to change and control body position?

Accepted Answer

Mobility

Answer

The Mobility subscale assesses the patient's ability to change and control body position independently.

Question 2

A patient has a stage 3 pressure injury on the heel. What is the recommended approach for heel pressure injuries with stable eschar?

Accepted Answer

Leave stable, dry eschar on heel intact as a natural cover

Answer

Stable, dry eschar on the heel serves as a biological cover and should not be debrided unless signs of infection develop.

Question 3

Which lab value is MOST useful for evaluating a patient's nutritional status in relation to wound healing?

Accepted Answer

Serum albumin

Answer

Serum albumin reflects protein stores and is commonly used to assess nutritional status related to wound healing, although it has limitations.

Question 4

A patient develops a pressure injury over the ischial tuberosity. Which position places the GREATEST pressure on this site?

Accepted Answer

Sitting

Answer

The sitting position places the highest pressure over the ischial tuberosities, making this site particularly vulnerable in wheelchair-bound patients.

Question 5

When applying a hydrocolloid dressing to a stage 2 pressure injury, the LPN should:

Accepted Answer

Leave 2–3 cm of dressing border beyond the wound edge

Answer

Hydrocolloid dressings should extend 2–3 cm beyond the wound edge to ensure proper adhesion and protection.

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Practice Test

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Practice Test

LPN Wound Care and Pressure Injury Staging 3