Wound Care Flashcards
What type of debridement uses occlusive dressing in conjunction with self-produced enzymes
Autolysis
Which type of debridement uses a scalpel or scissors to remove necrotic tissue
Sharp
What factors affect wound healing time
Age
Hydration
Nutrition status
What stage of pressure injury involves exposed bone, tendon or muscle
Stage 4
How often should wet to wet dressing be changed
Every 8 hours
What are some aspects of chest physical therapy
Postural drainage
Percussion and vibration
Airway clearance
What percent of tensile strength does scar tissue possess compared with tissue that it replaces
80%
What is used to most accurately measure hand edema or muscle atrophy
Volumetric measurement
What circulation. Test uses a treadmill to check for arterial insufficiency
Claudication test
Which of the following is most closely associated with lymphedema
Weak immune system function
Microorganisms move from place to place by various means in a cyclical manner. What are the five elements in the cycle of infection
Reservoir Exit Transmission Infection Susception
What is a form of surgical asepsis designed to keep an area and objects free from pathogens, often using non absorbent, sterile towel as it’s base
Sterile field
What is the proper protocol for disposing of sharp objects
Put into a specially designed container without manipulation
What is the absence of disease producing microorganisms called
Asepsis
According to standard isolation precautions for airborne transmission what is recommended architecture for a patients room
Private isolation with door closed
What is the recommended length of time for hand washing with ordinary soap and water
20-60 seconds
When is protective eye wear most important
When blood splashes or sprays of other body fluids are likely
Advantages of hand rubbing with alcohol based rubs
More accessible
Less time
Less damage to skin
Most common mode of transmission of pathogenic microorganisms
Contact
Airborne
Droplet
When should hand washing be performed
Before and after patient contact
After sneezing, coughing, nose blowing
After removing gloves
