Drains and casts 2024/25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of passive drains?

• Are always closed

• Work by overflow, capillary action, and rely on gravity

• Are connected to a source of negative pressure

• Use suction to draw material away

Multiple Choice

What is an example of an active drain?

• Penrose (latex) drain

• Silicone drain

• Closed wound suction system

• Drain leading to a collection bottle

Multiple Choice

What material is a Penrose drain typically made of?

• Hard plastic

• Soft latex

• Metal

• Glass

Multiple Choice

Why should the end of a Penrose drain exit at the lowest point?

• To prevent infection

• To allow for easy removal

• Because it relies on gravity

• To avoid skin irritation

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an active drain?

• Silicone drain

• Penrose (latex) drain

• Thoracic (chest) drain

• Overflow drain

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of passive drains?

• May be open or closed

• Work by overflow

• Are always closed

• Rely on gravity

Multiple Choice

What condition can the drain be used to treat by introducing treatment into the chest cavity?

• Pneumonia

• Pyothorax

• Bronchitis

• Asthma

Multiple Choice

What is a common feature of active drains?

• Flexible walls

• Rigid walls

• Transparent walls

• Soft walls

Multiple Choice

What is the appearance of transudate fluid?

• Hazy

• Clear

• Turbid to opaque

• Milky

Multiple Choice

Which fluid type has a hazy appearance?

• Transudate

• Modified Transudate

• Exudate

• Serum

Multiple Choice

Which fluid type has a turbid to opaque appearance?

• Transudate

• Modified Transudate

• Exudate

• Plasma

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about external coaptation?

• It is suitable for all fractures

• It requires immobilization of the fracture site only

• It is not suitable if joints cannot be immobilized

• It always involves surgery

Multiple Choice

What is the primary use of the thermoplastic polymer mentioned?

• Construction

• Medical applications

• Clothing

• Packaging

Multiple Choice

What is a benefit of using Plaster of Paris?

• It is expensive

• It is lightweight

• It is cheap and comfortable

• It is transparent

Multiple Choice

What happens to Plaster of Paris when it is exposed to water?

• It becomes stronger

• It loses strength

• It remains the same

• It becomes lighter

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a complication associated with casts?

• Muscle growth

• Limb swelling

• Increased flexibility

• Improved circulation

Multiple Choice

What is a potential skin-related complication of wearing a cast?

• Skin rejuvenation

• Decubitus ulcers

• Sunburn

• Acne