Wound Care Certification Exam Wound Care Certification Infection Management and Antimicrobials 2

Question 1

Which topical antimicrobial is most appropriate for MRSA-infected wounds?

Accepted Answer

Silver-containing dressings

Answer

Bacitracin

Answer

Neomycin

Answer

Petroleum gauze

Question 2

What is the primary mechanism of action of cadexomer iodine in wound care?

Accepted Answer

Absorbs exudate and releases iodine slowly

Answer

Creates an anaerobic environment

Answer

Directly kills bacteria through heat

Answer

Blocks bacterial protein synthesis

Question 3

Which concentration of povidone-iodine is considered safe for chronic wound use?

Accepted Answer

0.5% or lower

Answer

10%

Answer

5%

Answer

2%

Question 4

Honey-based wound dressings exert antimicrobial effects primarily through which mechanism?

Accepted Answer

High osmotic pressure and hydrogen peroxide production

Answer

High pH environment

Answer

Enzymatic debridement

Answer

Moisture vapor transmission

Question 5

Which topical agent should be AVOIDED in wounds with exposed cartilage or bone due to cytotoxicity?

Accepted Answer

Full-strength Dakin's solution

Answer

Cadexomer iodine

Answer

Medical-grade honey

Answer

Silver sulfadiazine

Question 6

How long should topical antimicrobial therapy typically continue before reassessing effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

2 weeks

Answer

1-2 days

Answer

6 weeks

Answer

3 months