WCEI WOUND CARE 2026 QUIZ
QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED ANSWERS
Assess for cognitive deficits. The speech therapist ensures the pt can safely swallow, assesses
cognitive deficits & works to improve cognitive-linguistic skills for safe communication. -
ANSWER-What activities can a speech therapist complete as part of the interprofessional wound
team? perform adjunctive treatment modalities
complete nutritional assessment
complere treatment on a wound
assess for cognitive deficits
medical battery. this is true regardless of the severity of degree of treatment (life-saving
procedure or a minor but harmful or offensive contact) - ANSWER-What is the term used for
instances in which a patient is treated without informed consent?
Medical battery
Medical hiccup
Medical mishap
Medical uncertainty
Make complex instructions easier to understand and follow. The reason for non-adherence may
be as simple as not understanding complex treatment plans. - ANSWER-What is one strategy
you can implement for patients who are non-adherent? explain you are an expert & know better
than they do
give verbal instructions only on the treatment plan
discharge the pt from services without notice
make complex instructions easier to understand & follow
2-4 weeks. in general, wounds that are being appropriately managed show measurable progress
within 2-4 weeks - ANSWER-For a wound to be classified as recalcitrant, it would need to fail to
show progress to multiple interventions after a period of: 1-2 weeks
2-4 weeks
4-6 weeks
6-8 weeks
,Very little research exists to support the effectiveness and safety of many wound interventions.
While randomized controlled trials are minimal, other types of research (integrative reviews,
meta-analyses) can help support the effectiveness of interventions. - ANSWER-What is one
problem with evidence-based practice in wound care? The research is conflicting on which
interventions are appropriate for safe care.
The research is not supported by nationally recognized organizations.
Too much research exists for the clinician to make an informed decision about interventions.
Very little research exists to support the effectiveness & safety of many wound interventions.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA requires professionals get
written authorization from the patient before sharing their information for purposes other than for
treatment, payment & healthcare operations. - ANSWER-What law provides a set of national
standards for the protection of a patient's individually identifiable health information? HIPA,
HIPAA, HPAA, IPPA
vitamin D. while melanin decreases vitamin D synthesis, it does not completely stop it -
ANSWER-Melanin decreases the synthesis of what vitamin? A, B, D, K
hematocrit. normal hct 38.3-48.6% in men, 35.5-44.9% in women - ANSWER-The percent of
blood made up of RBCs is measured by: Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
Hematocrit (Hct)
Hemoglobin (Hgb)
Red blood cell count (RBC)
tensile strength. collagen is produced by fibroblasts in the dermis - ANSWER-The protein
collagen is responsible for the skin's:
Elastic recoil
Sensation
Tensil strength
Thermoregulation
keratinocytes. older cells move closer to the surface of the skin & begin to flatten, lose their
cellular contents & make keratin, a fibrous protein that makes the epidermis tough - ANSWER-
What cell in the epidermis is responsible for creating the tough, flexible waterproof covering on
the skin's surface? Fibroblasts
Keratinocytes
Langerhans
,Melanocytes
acid mantle. the acid mantle is an acidic coating of the skin that delays growth of
microorganisms on the skin - ANSWER-What is produced when sweat and sebum mix on the
skin? Acid mantle
Collagen
Keratin
Melanin
4 to 6.8. average 5.5, slightly acidic - ANSWER-What is the pH of the skin?
3-4.5
4-6.8
5.5-7
6.8-8.2
hemoglobin. it also gives RBCs their red color - ANSWER-What protein allows RBCs to
transport oxygen & gives them their red color? Collagen
Elastin
Hematocrit
Hemoglobin
true. a full-thickness wound may also extend into other underlying structures such as muscle or
bone - ANSWER-T or F A full-thickness wound involves tissue destruction through the
epidermis, dermis, and into the subcutaneous layer.
deepest portion of the wound. depth is the distance the surface of the wound to the deepest area -
ANSWER-At what portion of the wound should wound depth be measured? At the 12:00
location
At the 6:00 location
At the deepest portion of the wound
In the center of the wound
ligament. ligaminents appear ribbonlike, striated, pearly white - ANSWER-During your wound
assessment, you notice a pearly white, ribbonlike structure in the wound bed. What type of
structure does this describe? Bone
Fascia
, Ligament
Tendon
epithelial. epithelial tissue may also present as deep pink or light purple & may form islands in
the middle of the wound bed - ANSWER-During your wound assessment, you notice light pearly
pink translucent tissue around the wound edges. What term would you use to describe this
tissue? Epithelial
Granulation
Hypergranulation
Non-granular
loosely adherent. loosely adherent tissue pulls away from the wound but remains attached to
wound base - ANSWER-During your wound assessment, you notice slough tissue that can be
pulled away from the wound bed but remains attached. How would you describe the adherence
of this tissue? Firmly adherent
Loosely adherent
Non-adherent
Semi-adherent
moderate, 25-75% of bandage is saturated - ANSWER-Upon removal of a dressing, you notice
about 50% of the bandage is saturated with exudate. What term would you use to describe the
amount of exudate present? Copious
Minimal
Moderate
Scant
medial. medial indicates a location towards the midline of the body - ANSWER-What
anatomical term is associated with the inner aspect of ankle?
Anterior
Lateral
Medial
Posterior
lateral. lateral indicates a location away from the midline of the body - ANSWER-What
anatomical term is associated with the outer aspect of ankle? Anterior
QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED ANSWERS
Assess for cognitive deficits. The speech therapist ensures the pt can safely swallow, assesses
cognitive deficits & works to improve cognitive-linguistic skills for safe communication. -
ANSWER-What activities can a speech therapist complete as part of the interprofessional wound
team? perform adjunctive treatment modalities
complete nutritional assessment
complere treatment on a wound
assess for cognitive deficits
medical battery. this is true regardless of the severity of degree of treatment (life-saving
procedure or a minor but harmful or offensive contact) - ANSWER-What is the term used for
instances in which a patient is treated without informed consent?
Medical battery
Medical hiccup
Medical mishap
Medical uncertainty
Make complex instructions easier to understand and follow. The reason for non-adherence may
be as simple as not understanding complex treatment plans. - ANSWER-What is one strategy
you can implement for patients who are non-adherent? explain you are an expert & know better
than they do
give verbal instructions only on the treatment plan
discharge the pt from services without notice
make complex instructions easier to understand & follow
2-4 weeks. in general, wounds that are being appropriately managed show measurable progress
within 2-4 weeks - ANSWER-For a wound to be classified as recalcitrant, it would need to fail to
show progress to multiple interventions after a period of: 1-2 weeks
2-4 weeks
4-6 weeks
6-8 weeks
,Very little research exists to support the effectiveness and safety of many wound interventions.
While randomized controlled trials are minimal, other types of research (integrative reviews,
meta-analyses) can help support the effectiveness of interventions. - ANSWER-What is one
problem with evidence-based practice in wound care? The research is conflicting on which
interventions are appropriate for safe care.
The research is not supported by nationally recognized organizations.
Too much research exists for the clinician to make an informed decision about interventions.
Very little research exists to support the effectiveness & safety of many wound interventions.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA requires professionals get
written authorization from the patient before sharing their information for purposes other than for
treatment, payment & healthcare operations. - ANSWER-What law provides a set of national
standards for the protection of a patient's individually identifiable health information? HIPA,
HIPAA, HPAA, IPPA
vitamin D. while melanin decreases vitamin D synthesis, it does not completely stop it -
ANSWER-Melanin decreases the synthesis of what vitamin? A, B, D, K
hematocrit. normal hct 38.3-48.6% in men, 35.5-44.9% in women - ANSWER-The percent of
blood made up of RBCs is measured by: Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
Hematocrit (Hct)
Hemoglobin (Hgb)
Red blood cell count (RBC)
tensile strength. collagen is produced by fibroblasts in the dermis - ANSWER-The protein
collagen is responsible for the skin's:
Elastic recoil
Sensation
Tensil strength
Thermoregulation
keratinocytes. older cells move closer to the surface of the skin & begin to flatten, lose their
cellular contents & make keratin, a fibrous protein that makes the epidermis tough - ANSWER-
What cell in the epidermis is responsible for creating the tough, flexible waterproof covering on
the skin's surface? Fibroblasts
Keratinocytes
Langerhans
,Melanocytes
acid mantle. the acid mantle is an acidic coating of the skin that delays growth of
microorganisms on the skin - ANSWER-What is produced when sweat and sebum mix on the
skin? Acid mantle
Collagen
Keratin
Melanin
4 to 6.8. average 5.5, slightly acidic - ANSWER-What is the pH of the skin?
3-4.5
4-6.8
5.5-7
6.8-8.2
hemoglobin. it also gives RBCs their red color - ANSWER-What protein allows RBCs to
transport oxygen & gives them their red color? Collagen
Elastin
Hematocrit
Hemoglobin
true. a full-thickness wound may also extend into other underlying structures such as muscle or
bone - ANSWER-T or F A full-thickness wound involves tissue destruction through the
epidermis, dermis, and into the subcutaneous layer.
deepest portion of the wound. depth is the distance the surface of the wound to the deepest area -
ANSWER-At what portion of the wound should wound depth be measured? At the 12:00
location
At the 6:00 location
At the deepest portion of the wound
In the center of the wound
ligament. ligaminents appear ribbonlike, striated, pearly white - ANSWER-During your wound
assessment, you notice a pearly white, ribbonlike structure in the wound bed. What type of
structure does this describe? Bone
Fascia
, Ligament
Tendon
epithelial. epithelial tissue may also present as deep pink or light purple & may form islands in
the middle of the wound bed - ANSWER-During your wound assessment, you notice light pearly
pink translucent tissue around the wound edges. What term would you use to describe this
tissue? Epithelial
Granulation
Hypergranulation
Non-granular
loosely adherent. loosely adherent tissue pulls away from the wound but remains attached to
wound base - ANSWER-During your wound assessment, you notice slough tissue that can be
pulled away from the wound bed but remains attached. How would you describe the adherence
of this tissue? Firmly adherent
Loosely adherent
Non-adherent
Semi-adherent
moderate, 25-75% of bandage is saturated - ANSWER-Upon removal of a dressing, you notice
about 50% of the bandage is saturated with exudate. What term would you use to describe the
amount of exudate present? Copious
Minimal
Moderate
Scant
medial. medial indicates a location towards the midline of the body - ANSWER-What
anatomical term is associated with the inner aspect of ankle?
Anterior
Lateral
Medial
Posterior
lateral. lateral indicates a location away from the midline of the body - ANSWER-What
anatomical term is associated with the outer aspect of ankle? Anterior
