ch 13 neuropathic ulcers

Question 1

neuropathic ulcers AKA

Answer 1

diabetic ulcers

Question 2

leading cause of neuropathic ulcers

Answer 2

sensory neuropathy

Question 3

patients that are unable to perceive a 5.07 monofilament have lost…

Answer 3

protective sensation

Question 4

this type of neuropathy leads to paralysis of the foot’s intrinsic muscles

Answer 4

motor neuropathy

Question 5

common deformities that are often associated with neuropathic ulcers

Answer 5

claw toes, hallux valgus, charcot foot

Question 6

Autonomic neuropathy increases the risk of neuropathic ulceration due to disturbances in sweating mechanisms, callus formation, and blood flow

t or f

Answer 6

true

Question 7

inability to perceive a 4.17 monofilament

Answer 7

decreased sensation

Question 8

inability to perceive a 6.10 monofilament

Answer 8

absent sensation

Question 9

wagner score: No open lesions; may have deformity or cellulitis

Answer 9

0

Question 10

wagner score: Superficial Ulcer

Answer 10

1

Question 11

wagner score: Deep Ulcer to tendon, capsule, or bone

Answer 11

2

Question 12

wagner score: Deep Ulcer with abscess, osteomyelitis, or joint sepsis

Answer 12

3

Question 13

wagner score: Localized gangrene

Answer 13

4

Question 14

wagner score: Gangrene of the entire foot

Answer 14

5