BSN 206 - ISB - Wound Care Lesson 2
Post Test
Which of the following are common sites for the development of pressure injuries?
(Select all that apply.)
Sternum.
Heels.
Sacrum.
Lateral malleoli.
Trochanters.
Ischial tuberosities. - answer Heels.
Sacrum.
Lateral malleoli.
Trochanters.
Ischial tuberosities.
Identify contributing factors to pressure injury formation. (Select all that apply.)
Malnutrition.
Middle age.
Decreased sensory perception/mobility.
Anemia.
Excessive sweating.
Ethnic background. - answerMalnutrition.
Decreased sensory perception/mobility.
Anemia.
Excessive sweating.
Identify prevention strategies for pressure injuries. (Select all that apply.)
Reposition patient at least every 4 hours; use a documented schedule.
When the patient is in the side-lying position in bed, use the 30-degree lateral position.
Place patient on a pressure-reducing support surface.
Maintain the head of the bed at 45 degrees.
Post Test
Which of the following are common sites for the development of pressure injuries?
(Select all that apply.)
Sternum.
Heels.
Sacrum.
Lateral malleoli.
Trochanters.
Ischial tuberosities. - answer Heels.
Sacrum.
Lateral malleoli.
Trochanters.
Ischial tuberosities.
Identify contributing factors to pressure injury formation. (Select all that apply.)
Malnutrition.
Middle age.
Decreased sensory perception/mobility.
Anemia.
Excessive sweating.
Ethnic background. - answerMalnutrition.
Decreased sensory perception/mobility.
Anemia.
Excessive sweating.
Identify prevention strategies for pressure injuries. (Select all that apply.)
Reposition patient at least every 4 hours; use a documented schedule.
When the patient is in the side-lying position in bed, use the 30-degree lateral position.
Place patient on a pressure-reducing support surface.
Maintain the head of the bed at 45 degrees.
