Question 1

A patient has a pressure ulcer that has been treated with topical medications. During a follow-up visit, the provider notes an area of red bumps in the lesion. What does this indicate?&#10;A) Healing tissue&#10;B) Poor perfusion&#10;C) Secondary infection&#10;D) Tunneling lesions

Accepted Answer

A

Question 2

A patient has an ulcer on one lower leg just above the medial malleolus. The provider notes irregular wound edges with granulation tissue and moderate exudate, with ankle edema in that leg. What is the initial treatment to help treat this wound?

A) Compression therapy
B) Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
C) Revascularization procedures
D) Skin grafting

A

Accepted Answer

Compression therapy is the initial treatment for venous ulcers, which is the most likely diagnosis for a patient with an ulcer just above the medial malleolus and ankle edema in that leg. Compression helps to reduce swelling, improve blood flow, and promote healing of the ulcer. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may be used in some cases, but it is typically reserved for more severe or non-healing wounds. Revascularization procedures may be considered if there is evidence of arterial insufficiency, but this is not the most likely cause of the ulcer in this case. Skin grafting may be needed eventually if the wound is not healing with other treatments, but it is not typically the initial treatment.

Question 3

A patient with a wound containing necrotic tissue requires debridement. The practitioner notes an area of erythema and exudate in the wound. Which type of debridement will most likely be used?&#10;A) Autolytic debridement&#10;B) Biologic debridement&#10;C) Chemical debridement&#10;D) Mechanical debridement

Accepted Answer

Mechanical debridement is often used when there is a need to remove necrotic tissue and manage exudate, as it can quickly and effectively clean the wound.

Deck 51: Wound Management