Basic Nursing Skills Flashcards
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Early signs of a Stage 1 pressure injury include:
Answer: Non-blanchable redness on intact skin
A Stage 1 pressure injury presents as non-blanchable redness over intact skin, which is the earliest warning sign.
When performing perineal care on a female client, the PCA should wipe:
Answer: Front to back
Wiping front to back prevents transferring bacteria from the rectal area to the urethra, reducing infection risk.
Which observation of a wound dressing should be reported to the nurse immediately?
Answer: Bright red blood soaking through the dressing
Bright red blood soaking through a dressing indicates active bleeding and requires immediate nursing intervention.
The purpose of using a draw sheet when moving a client up in bed is to:
Answer: Reduce friction and shearing forces on the skin
A draw sheet reduces shearing and friction forces on the skin that can cause skin tears and pressure injuries during repositioning.
Which skin change should be reported as a possible pressure injury on a dark-skinned client?
Answer: Skin that is firm, boggy, or a different texture than surrounding skin
In dark-skinned individuals, changes in skin texture — such as firmness or bogginess — are key indicators of pressure injury since redness may not be visible.
A client with an indwelling urinary catheter should have the drainage bag positioned:
Answer: Below the level of the bladder
The drainage bag must always remain below the level of the bladder to allow gravity-assisted drainage and prevent backflow.
When providing oral care to an unconscious client, the PCA should position the client:
Answer: On their side with head turned toward the PCA
Positioning an unconscious client on their side with head turned prevents aspiration of fluids during oral care.