PEAT Integumentary Conditions and Wound Care 2

Question 1

The proliferative phase of wound healing is primarily characterized by:

Accepted Answer

Granulation tissue formation and re-epithelialization

Answer

The proliferative phase involves granulation tissue formation, angiogenesis, and re-epithelialization, which are the core building blocks of wound repair.

Question 2

Which type of wound debridement is most selective and least traumatic to surrounding healthy tissue?

Accepted Answer

Autolytic debridement

Answer

Autolytic debridement uses the body's own enzymes and moisture under an occlusive dressing to selectively break down necrotic tissue while leaving healthy tissue intact.

Question 3

A patient with peripheral arterial disease presents with a lower extremity ulcer. Which finding would you MOST likely expect?

Accepted Answer

Punched-out appearance with well-defined edges and minimal exudate

Answer

Arterial insufficiency ulcers typically have a punched-out appearance with well-defined edges, minimal exudate, and pale wound beds due to inadequate perfusion.

Question 4

The Rule of Nines is used in burn management to estimate:

Accepted Answer

Percentage of total body surface area (TBSA) affected by a burn

Answer

The Rule of Nines divides the body surface into regions representing approximately 9% each to calculate total body surface area involved in a burn.

Question 5

Which finding is MOST indicative of wound infection rather than normal healing?

Accepted Answer

Increasing wound pain, erythema, and purulent drainage

Answer

Increasing pain, erythema, warmth, swelling, and purulent drainage are classic signs of wound infection requiring immediate clinical attention.

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PEAT Integumentary Conditions and Wound Care 2