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Pressure Ulcers, Wounds, and Wound Management - ATI - Chapter 55 Flashcards

1
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Wounds are a result of injury to the ____.

A

skin.

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2
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Although there are many different methods and degrees of injury, the ______ of healing are essentially the same for most wounds.

A

basic phases

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3
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A pressure ulcer (formerly called a _______) is a specific type of tissue injury from unrelieved pressure or friction over bony prominences that results in ischemia and damage to the underlying tissue.

A

decubitus ulcer

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4
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The stages of wound healing

A

Inflammatory Stage
Proliferative Stage
Maturation or remodeling Stage

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5
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Inflammatory stage begins with the injury and lasts _____ days.

A

3-6 days

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6
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Controlling bleeding with vasoconstriction and retraction of blood vessels, and with ______ in the inflammatory stage.

A

clot formation

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7
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During the ______ stage oxygen, white blood cells, and nutrients are delivered to the area via the blood supply.

A

inflammatory stage

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8
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____ occurs along with fibrin formation during the inflammatory stage.

A

hemostasis

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9
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____ engulf microorgansims and cellular debris (phagocytosis) during the inflammatory stage.

A

macrophages

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10
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The ____ stage lasts the next 3 to 24 days in the wound healing process.

A

proliferative

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11
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During the proliferative stage lost tissue is replaced with ______ or ______ tissue or collagen.

A

connective or granulated

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12
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During the proliferative stage the wound’s edges are ____.

A

contracting

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13
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Resurfacing of new _______ occurs during the proliferative stage.

A

epithelial cells

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14
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____ stage occurs after day 21 and involves the strengthening of the collagen scar and the restoration of a more normal appearance.

A

maturation or remodeling stage

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15
Q

It can take more than a year to complete, depending on the extent of the original wound during the _____ stage.

A

maturation or remodeling stage

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16
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The types of the healing processes

A

primary intention
secondary intention
tertiary intention

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Little or no tissue loss
Edges approximated, as with a surgical incision
Heals rapidly
Low risk of infection
No or minimal scarring

i.e. closed surgical incision with staples or sutures or liquid glue to seal laceration.

A

primary intention

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18
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Loss of tissue
Wound edges widely separated, unapproximated (pressure ulcers, open burn areas)
Longer healing time
Increase for risk of infection
Scarring
Heals by granulation

i.e. pressure ulcer left open to heal

A

secondary intention

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19
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Widely separated
Deep
Spontaneous opening of a previously closed wound
Closure of wound occurs when free of infection
Risk of infection
Extensive drainage and tissue debris
Closed later
Long healing time

i.e. Abdominal wound initially left open until infection is resolved and then closed.

A

Tertiary intention

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20
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Factors affecting wound healing

A 
Age
Overall Wellness
Decreased leukocyte count
Some medications
malnourished clients
tissue perfusion
low Hgb levels
obesity
chronic diseases
smoking
wound stress
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21
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Increased ___ delays healing.

A

age

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22
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A wound in a young, healthy client will heal faster than a wound in an older adult who has a chronic illness due to the _______ risk factor that affects wound healing.

A

overall wellness

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23
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_____ delays wound healing because the immune system function is to fight infection by destroying invading pathogens.

A

decreased leukocyte count

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24
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Age effects wound healing because of the following (8)

A 
loss of skin turgor
skin fragility
decrease in peripheral circulation and oxygenation 
slower tissue regeneration
decrease in absorption of nutrients
decrease in collagen
impaired immune system function
dehydration due to decreased thirst sensation
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25
Q

_____ interfere with the body’s ability to respond to and prevent infection.

A

some medication

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26
Q

what medications interfere with the body’s ability to respond to and prevent infection.

A

anti-inflammatory

antineoplastic

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27
Q

_______ do not get the nutrition they need which provides energy and elements for wound healing.

A

malnourished clients

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28
Q

______ provides circulation that delivers nutrients for tissue repair and infection control can effect wound healing.

A

tissue perfusion

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29
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_____ effect wound healing because Hgb is essential for oxygen delivery to healing tissues.

A

low Hgb levels

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30
Q

______ can effect wound healing because fatty tissue lacks blood supply.

A

obesity

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31
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______ such as diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disorders, place additional stress on the body’s healing mechanisms which effect wound healing.

A

chronic diseases

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32
Q

_____ such as from vomiting or coughing, puts pressure on the suture line and disrupts the wound healing process.

A

wound stress

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33
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Wounds impair ____.

A

skin integrity

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34
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_____ is a localized protective response to injury or destruction of tissue.

A

inflammation

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35
Q

Wounds heal by various processes and in ______.

A

stages

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36
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Wound _____ result from the invasion of pathogenic micro-organisms.

A

infections.

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37
Q

Principles of wound care include assessment, _____, and protection.

A

cleansing

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38
Q

During assessment/data collection note the ______ of the open wounds.

A

color

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39
Q

A ____ wound means there is healthy regeneration of tissue.

A

red

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40
Q

A ____ colored wound means there is a presence of purulent drainage and slough.

A

yellow

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41
Q

A ____ wound means there is a presence of eschar that hinders healing and requires removal.

A

black

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42
Q

Assess the length, width, and ____ of wounds, and any undermining, sinus tracts or ______, and redness or swelling.

A

depth

tunnels

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43
Q

When assessing wounds use a ____ with 12:00 toward the client’s head to document the location of sinus tracts.

A

clock face

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44
Q

Use the RYB color guide for wound care:
Red = cover
Yellow = ____
Black = _____

A

Yellow = clean

Black = debride, removal of necrotic tissue

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45
Q

With ___ wounds skin edges should be well-approximated.

A

closed wounds

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46
Q

________ is a result of the healing process and occurs during the inflammatory and proliferative phases of healing.

A

drainage (exudate)

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47
Q

Note the amount, odor, and _____ and color of drainage from a drain or on a dressing.

A

consistency

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48
Q

Not the _____ of the surrounding skin.

A

integrity

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49
Q

With each cleansing, observe the skin around a drain for ______ and breakdown.

A

irritation

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50
Q

For accurate measurement of drainage, ____ the dressing.

A

weigh

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51
Q

Note and document the _____ of dressings and frequency of dressing changes.

A

number

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52
Q

The portion of the blood (serum) that is watery and clear or slightly yellow in appearance (i.e. fluid blisters) is called _____

A

serous drainage

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53
Q

_____ drainage contains serum and red blood cells. It is thick and appears reddish. Brighter drainage indicates fresh bleeding; darker drainage indicates older _____.

A

sanguineous drainage

bleeding drainage

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54
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_______ drainage contains both serum and blood. It is watery and appears blood-streaked or blood tinged.

A

serosanguineous drainage

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55
Q

____ drainage is the result of inflection.

A

purulent

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56
Q

______ drainage is a mixed drainage of pus and blood (i.e. newly infected wound)

A

purosanguineous

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57
Q

____ drainage is thick and contains white blood cells, tissue debris, and bacteria. It may have a foul odor, and its color such as yellow, tan, brown reflects the type of organism present (green for Pseuduomonoas aeroguinosa infection).

A

purulent

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58
Q

Types of wound closures (3)

A

staples
sutures
wound-closure strips

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59
Q

Note the location, quality, intensity, timing, setting, associated manifestations, and aggravating/relieving factors associated with any ____.

A

pain

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60
Q

In the assessment collect these (5) things

A 
appearance
drainage
wound closure
status (drains or tubes)
pain
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61
Q

When they are asking about the _____ of a wound note if there are any drains or tubes.

A

status

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62
Q

A nursing intervention involving wound care requires you provide adequate hydration and meet _____ and calorie needs.

A

protein

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63
Q

Encourage an intake of ____ to ____ mL of fluid/day from food and beverage sources if not contraindicated (heart and chronic kidney disease).

A

2,000 to 3,000

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64
Q

A nursing intervention involving wound care involves _____ about good sources of protein (meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products, beans, nuts, and grains.)

A

education

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65
Q

Note if serum ____ levels are low (below 3.5 g/dL) because of a lack of protein increases the risk for a delay in wound healing and infection.

A

albumin

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66
Q

Provide nutritional support (vitamin and mineral supplements, nutritional supplements, and enteral and parental nutrition). Most adult clients need at leas ____ kcal/day for nutritional support.

A

1500

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67
Q

For clean wounds, such as a surgical incision, cleanse from the ____ contaminated (the incision) toward the ____ contaminated (the surrounding skin).

A

least

most

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68
Q

Use gentle ____ when cleansing or applying solutions to the skin to avoid bleeding or further injury to the wound.

A

friction

69
Q

Although the provider might prescribe other mild cleansing agents, ______solutions remain the preferred cleaning agent.

A

isotonic

70
Q

Never use the same ____ to cleanse across an incision or wound more than once.

A

gauze

71
Q

Do not use _____ or other products that shed fibers when you perform wound cleansing.

A

cotton balls

72
Q

If irrigating, use a piston syringe or a _____ for deep wounds with small openings when cleaning a wound. Apply 5 to 8 psi of pressure. A ___ to ___ mL syringe with a 19 gauge needle provides approximately 8 psi. Use normal saline, lactated Ringer’s, or an antibiotic/antimicrobial solution.

A

sterile straight catheter

30 to 60

73
Q

When you perform wound cleaning remove sutures and ____.

A

staples

74
Q

Administer ____ and monitor for effective pain management when performing wound cleansing.

A

analgesics

75
Q

Administer _____ (topical,systemic) and monitor for effectiveness (reduced fever, increase in comfort, decreasing WBC count) when wound cleansing.

A

antimicrobials

76
Q

Document the location and _____ of wound and incision, the status of the wound and type of drainage, the type of dressing and materials, client teaching, and how the client tolerated the procedure while performing wound cleansing.

A

type of

77
Q

____ protect the wound from microbes.

A

protects

78
Q

_____ absorbs exudate from the wound.

A

Woven gauze sponges

79
Q

_____ does not stick to the wound bed. (type of wound dressing)

A

nonadherent material

80
Q

_____ are used to mechanically debride a wound until granulation tissue starts to form in the wound bed. Must keep moist at all times to prevent pain and disruption of wound healing.

A

damp to damp 4 inch by 4 inch dressings

81
Q

_____ are a temporary “second skin” ideal for small, superficial wounds.

A

self adhesive, transparent film

82
Q

_____ is an occlusive dressing that swells in the presence of exudate; composed of gelatin and pectin, it forms a ____ at the wound’s surface to prevent evaporation of moisture from the skin.

A

Hydrocolloid

seal

83
Q

Hydrocolloid maintains a ____ wound bed.

A

granulating

84
Q

Hydrocolloid can stay in place up to _____.

A

7 days

85
Q

_____ composition is mostly water. Gels after contact with exudate, promoting autolytic debridement and cooling. Rehydrates and fills dead space.

A

hydrogel

86
Q

_____ is for infected, deep wounds, or necrotic tissue.

A

hydrogel

87
Q

Hydrogel is not for moderately to heavily _____.

A

draining wounds

88
Q

Hydrogel provides a _____ wound bed.

A

moist

89
Q

Hydrogel can stay in place for _____ days.

A

3

90
Q

Use of foam strips laid into the wound bed with an occlusive sealed drape applied and suction tubing is placed for negative pressure (suction) to occur once the tubing is connected to the _____ system therapy unit.

A

vacuum-assisted closure

91
Q

A vacuum-assisted closure system decreases swelling, _____, and enhances healing in a moist protected environment.

A

speed tissue generation

92
Q

____ is a partial or total rupture (separation) of sutured wound, usually with separation of underlying skin layers.

A

dehiscence

93
Q

_____ is a dehiscence that involves the protrusion of visceral organs through a wound opening.

A

evisceration

94
Q

Manifestations of dehiscence and evisceration (4)

A

a significant increase in the flow of serosanguineous fluid on the wound dressing

Immediate history of sudden straining (coughing, sneezing, vomiting)

Client report of a change or “pooping” or “giving way’ in the wound area

Visualization of viscera

95
Q

Part of the prevention of dehiscence and evisceration is to take a thin, folded blanket or small pillow over surgical wounds when client ____ in order to support the wound.

A

coughs

96
Q

Risk Factors for dehiscence and evisceration

A 
chronic disease
advanced age
obesity
invasive abdominal cancer
vomiting
excessive straining, coughing, sneezing
dehydration, malnutrition
ineffective suturing
abdominal surgery
infection
97
Q

Evisceration and dehiscence require ___.

A

emergency treatment

98
Q

If eviscceration and dehiscence occurs call for help. Notify the provider immediately due to the need for ______. Stay with the client. Cover the wound and any protruding organs with ____ or dressings soaked with sterile normal saline solution to decrease the chance of bacteria invasion and drying of the tissues. Do not attempt to reinsert the organs. Position the client supine with the hips and ____ bent if possible. Observe for indications of shock. Maintain a calm environment. Keep the client _____ in preparation for returning to surgery.

A

surgical intervention
sterile towels
knees
NPO

99
Q

_____ can be caused by clot dislodgement, broken stitch, or blood vessel damage.

A

hemorrhage

100
Q

Internal bleeding (hemorrhage) will present with swelling or ____ in the area and sanguineous drainage.

A

distention

101
Q

Hematoma is a local area of blood that appears as a _____.

A

red/blue bruise

102
Q

Wound hemorrhage is an ____. Pressure dressing should be applied, with notification of the provider and monitoring of vital signs.

A

emergency

103
Q

Risk factors for Infection

A

extremes in age (immature immune system, decrease in immune function)
impaired circulation and oxygenation (COPD, peripheral vascular disease)
wound condition and nature (gunshot wound vs. surgical incision)
impaired or suppressed immune system
malnutrition, such as with alcohol use disorder
chronic disease, such as diabetes mellitus or hypertension
poor wound care, such as breaches in aseptic technique

104
Q

Manifestations with infection occur ___ to ___ days after injury or surgery.

A

3 to 11

105
Q

Manifestations with infection (8)

A 
purulent drainage
pain
redness, edema ( in and around the wound)
fever
chills
odor
increased pulse, respiratory rate
increase in WBC count
106
Q

One nursing intervention to prevent infection includes using aseptic technique when performing _____.

A

dressing changes.

107
Q

One nursing intervention to prevent infection includes providing _____ to promote the immune response.

A

optimal nutrition

108
Q

One nursing intervention to prevent infection includes providing adequate _____ to promote healing.

A

rest

109
Q

One nursing intervention to prevent infection includes administering _____ after collecting specimens for culture and sensitivity testing.

A

antibiotic therapy

110
Q

The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) classifies pressure ulcers in s____ stages/categories.

A

6

111
Q

With suspected _____ the depth is unknown. Discoloration is apparent but the skin is intact from damage to underlying tissue.

A

deep tissue injury

112
Q

Stage _____ is a non blanchable erythema.

A

1

113
Q

Stage ____ is a partial thickness.

A

2

114
Q

Stage ____ pressure ulcer is intact skin with an area of persistent, nonblanchable redness, typically over a bony prominence, that can feel warmer or cooler than the adjacent tissue. The tissue is swollen and has congestion, with possible discomfort at the site. With darker skin tones, the ulcer can appear ____ or ____.

A

1

blue or purple

115
Q

Stage ___ involves the epidermis and the dermis. The ulcer is visible with reddish-pinkish bed without slough or bruising, superficial, and can appear as an abrasion, blister, or shallow crater. Edema persists. The ulcer can become infected, possibly with ____ and scant drainage.

A

2

pain

116
Q

Stage ____ pressure ulcers involve full thickness tissue loss.

A

4

117
Q

Stage _____ pressure ulcers include damage to or necrosis of subcutaneous tissue. The ulcer can extend down to, but not through, underlying fascia. The ulcer appears as a deep crater with or without undermining or tunneling of adjacent tissue and without exposed muscle or bone. Drainage and ____ are common.

A

3

infection

118
Q

Stage ___ pressure ulcers involve full thickness skin loss.

A

3

119
Q

Stage _____ pressure ulcers include destruction, tissue necrosis, or damage to muscle, bone, or supporting structures. There can be sinus tracts, deep pockets of infection, tunneling, undermining, eschar (black scab-like material), or slough (tan, yellow, or green scab-like material).

A

4

120
Q

_____ pressure ulcers are full-thickness skin or tissue loss, but the depth is unknown.

A

unstageable/unclassified

121
Q

_____ pressure ulcer’s stage cannot be determined because eschar or slough obscures the wound. the actual depth of injury is unknown.

A

unstageable/unclassified

122
Q

The primary focus of prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers is to ____ the pressure and provide optimal nutrition and hydration.

A

relieve

123
Q

During the assessment/data collection of pressure ulcers monitor all clients regularly for ____ status and for risk factors that contribute to impaired skin integrity.

A

skin-integrity

124
Q

During the assessment/data collection of pressure ulcers use a _____ tool (Braden, Norton scales) for periodic systemic monitoring for skin breakdown risk.

A

risk assessment

125
Q

Pressure ulcers are a significant source of ____ and mortality among older adults and those who have limited mobility.

A

morbidity

126
Q

Risk factors for Pressure Ulcers (15)

A 
Aging skin (older adult clients)
Immobility
Incontinence, excessive moisture
skin friction, shearing
vascular disorders
obesity
inadequate nutrition, hydration
anemia
fever, dehydration
impaired circulation
edema
sensory deficits
impaired cognitive functioning, neurological disorders
chronic diseases (diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney disease, heart failure, chronic lung disease)
sedation that impairs spontaneous repositioning
127
Q

Nursing interventions for Pressure Ulcers

A

avoid skin trauma
provide supportive devices
maintain skin hygiene
encourage proper nutrition

128
Q

To avoid skin trauma (pressure ulcers), keep skin clean, dry and intact. Provide a firm, ____ foundation with wrinkle-free linens.

A

wrinkle-free

129
Q

To avoid skin trauma (pressure ulcers), reposition the client in bed at least every ___ hours and every ____ in a chair. Document position changes.

A

2 hours - bed

1 hour - chair

130
Q

To avoid skin trauma (pressure ulcers), keep the head of the bed at or below a ____- angle (or flat), unless contraindicated, to relieve pressure on the sacrum, buttocks, and heels.

A

30 degree

131
Q

To avoid skin trauma (pressure ulcers), raise _____ off the bed to prevent pressure.

A

heels

132
Q

To avoid skin trauma (pressure ulcers), ____- clients as soon and as often as possible.

A

ambulate

133
Q

To avoid skin trauma (pressure ulcers), instruct client who are mobile to shift their weight ever _____ when sitting.

A

15 min

134
Q

A nursing intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is to avoid skin trauma (pressure ulcers), keep clients from sliding down in bed, as this increases ______ that pull tissue layers apart and cause damage. Lift, rather than pull, clients up in bed or in a chair, because pulling creates friction that can damage the outer layer of skin (epidermis).

A

shearing forces

135
Q

A nursing intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is to provide supportive devices. Use _________ and devices ( overlays; replacement mattresses; specialty beds; kinetic therapy; foam, gel, or air cushions).

A

pressure-reducing surfaces

136
Q

A nursing intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is to ______ the skin frequently and document the client’s risk using a tool such as the Braden Scale.

A

inspect

137
Q

A nursing intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is to ____ the skin with a mild cleansing agent, and pat it dry immediately following urine or stool incontinence.

A

clean

138
Q

A nursing intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is to bathe with _____ water and avoid scrubbing.

A

tepid

139
Q

A nursing intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is to apply ______ or alcohol-free barrier films to the skin of clients who have incontinence.

A

dimethicone-based moisture barrier creams

140
Q

A nursing intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is to not use _____ or cornstarch to prevent friction or repel moisture due to their abrasive grit and aspiration potential.

A

powder

141
Q

A nursing intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is to implement active and ____ exercises for clients who are immobile.

A

passive

142
Q

A nursing intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is to not _____ bony prominences.

A

massage

143
Q

A nursing intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is to provide adequate ______ and meet protein and calorie needs.

A

hydration (2,000 - 3,000 mL/day)

144
Q

Note if serum albumin levels are low (less than ____) because a lack of protein puts the client at greater risk for skin breakdown, slowed healing, and infection.

A

3.5 g/dL

145
Q

Provide _______ as indicated, such as vitamin and mineral supplements (especially A, C, zinc, copper) nutritional supplements, and enteral and parenteral nutrition.

A

nutritional support

146
Q

When encouraging proper nutrition to prevent pressure ulcers monitory _____.

A

lymphocyte count

147
Q

Lift, rather than ____, client up in bed or in a chair, because _____ creates friction that can damage the outer layer of skin (epidermis).

A

pulls

pulling

148
Q

Treatment for deep tissue injury and stage 1 pressure ulcers involve relieving the ____ .

A

pressure

149
Q

Treatment for deep tissue injury and stage 1 pressure ulcers involve the encouragement of frequent ______ and re-positioning.

A

turning

150
Q

Treatment for deep tissue injury and stage 1 pressure ulcers involve the implementation of _______ such as air mattresses and foam mattresses.

A

pressure-reduction surfaces

151
Q

Treatment for deep tissue injury and stage 1 pressure ulcers involve keeping the client dry, ______, and hydrated.

A

well-nourished

152
Q

Treatment for stage 2 pressure ulcers involve maintaining a ______ healing environment (saline or occlusive dressing). Apply a _____ dressing.

A

moist

hydrocolloid

153
Q

Treatment for stage 2 pressure ulcers involve promoting natural healing while preventing the formation of ______.

A

scar tissue

154
Q

Treatment for stage 2 pressure ulcers involve providing ______.

A

nutritional supplements

155
Q

Treatment for stage 2, 3, and 4 pressure ulcers involve administering _____ for pain management.

A

analgesics

156
Q

Treatment for stage 3 pressure ulcers involve cleaning and/or ____ the following; prescribed dressing, surgical intervention and proteolytic enzymes.

A

debriding

157
Q

Treatment for stage 4 pressure ulcers involve performing nonadherent dressing changes every _____.

A

12 hours

158
Q

Treatment for stage 4 pressure ulcers can include ______ or specialized therapy such as hyperbaric oxygen.

A

skin grafts

159
Q

Treatment for stage 3 and 4 pressure ulcers involve providing nutritional ______.

A

supplements

160
Q

Treatment for stage 3 and 4 pressure ulcers involve administering ________ (topical and or/systemic)

A

antimicrobials

161
Q

Deterioration to higher-stage ulceration or infection can occur if you do not check the ulcer frequently and report an increase in the size or depth of lesion, changes in ______ (color, tissue), and changes in exudates (color, quantity, odor).

A

granulation

162
Q

To ensure there is no further deterioration to higher-stage ulceration or infection follow the facility’s ______ for ulcer treatment.

A

protocol

163
Q

To ensure there is no further deterioration to higher-stage ulceration or infection you might need to confer with _______ specialist.

A

wound care

164
Q

Monitoring for indications of _____ (changes in level of consciousness, persistent recurrent fever, tachycardia, tachypnea, hypotension, oliguria, or an increase in WBC count) is important to avoid systemic infection with pressure ulcers.

A

sepis

165
Q

Prevent infection by using _____ when performing ulcer treatment and dressing changes to avoid systemic infection with pressure ulcers.

A

asepsis

166
Q

Provide optimal _______ to promote the immune response systemic infection with pressure ulcers.

A

nutrition

167
Q

Ensure adequate rest to promote _______ to avoid systemic infection with pressure ulcers.

A

healing

168
Q

Administer antibiotic therapy after collecting ______ for culture and sensitivity testing.

A

specimens

169
Q

In suspected deep tissue injury and stage 1 use ____ devices such as an air fluidized bed.

A

pressure relieving devices

461 - Foundations Exam 2 (10 decks)

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