Nurse Aide and Orderly, Unit 7, Modules 3-5

Multiple Choice

What are pressure points and why are they significant in the context of pressure ulcers?

• Areas of the body that bear weight

• Areas of the body that are always painful

• Areas of the body that are always covered

• Areas of the body that are never touched

Multiple Choice

What is necrosis?

• The death of living cells or tissues

• A type of skin infection

• A form of skin cancer

• A type of skin rash

Multiple Choice

What are the risk factors for skin breakdown?

• Incontinence

• Poor nutrition

• Cigarette smoking

• Mobility restrictions

Multiple Choice

What are the initial signs of skin breakdown that may indicate the presence of pressure ulcers?

• Pale skin

• Reddened skin

• Purple skin

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

What is the key distinction of Stage 1 pressure injury?

• Blanchable

• Non-blanchable

• Redness

• Intact skin

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What are the characteristics of a Stage 2 ulcer?

• Partial thickness skin loss

• Presence of necrotic tissue

• Deep crater appearance

• Usually painless

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What are the characteristics of a Stage 3 ulcer?

• Full thickness skin loss

• Partial thickness skin loss

• Resembles a shallow or deep crater

• Presence of healthy tissue

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What are the characteristics of a Stage 4 ulcer?

• Full thickness skin loss

• Superficial skin loss

• Partial thickness skin loss

• No skin loss

Multiple Choice

What are the reasons that may cause a wound to be unstageable?

• Covered by a non-removable dressing

• Covered by slough and eschar

• Deep pressure injury with no external damage

• All of the above

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What are the signs of pressure ulcers that should be observed and reported?

• Pale, white, gray, purple or reddened skin

• Dry, cracked or flaking skin

• Blisters, bruises or wounds on the skin

• Changes in existing wounds or ulcers

Multiple Choice

What are the key practices for preventing pressure ulcers?

• Perform regular skin care and closely inspect skin

• Use cold water on skin

• Change clothing only when soiled

• Ignore skin condition

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What are the recommended practices for preventing pressure ulcers?

• Massaging pressure points

• Changing positions every 2 hours

• Using pillows to separate skin surfaces

• Pulling residents across linen

Multiple Choice

What is the recommended frequency for repositioning bedbound patients?

• Every 1 hour

• Every 2 hours

• Every 3 hours

• Every 4 hours

Multiple Choice

What are the uses of supportive devices in patient care?

• To maintain proper positioning

• To provide comfort

• To enhance mobility

• To prevent injuries

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What is the purpose of a draw sheet in patient care?

• To assist with patient movement

• To provide extra warmth

• To serve as a decorative element

• To replace the bottom sheet

Multiple Choice

What should health care workers check while positioning a patient?

• Bed linens

• Patient's temperature

• Room lighting

• Medical history

Multiple Choice

What is the supine position also known as?

• Dorsal recumbent position

• Sitting position

• Standing position

• Lateral position

Multiple Choice

What is the Fowler's position used for?

• To help patients breathe easier

• To increase pressure on the buttocks

• To support the head and neck

• To keep patients lying face-down

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What is the purpose of the prone position in patient care?

• For comfort and sleeping

• For examinations of the back or spine

• To assist with breathing

• To prevent bedsores

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What is the purpose of the Sim's position in patient care?

• For comfort and sleeping

• For standing exercises

• For walking assistance

• For sitting posture

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What is the purpose of the lateral position in patient care?

• To provide comfort and sleeping position

• To keep the airway clear for unconscious patients

• To prevent rolling off the bed

• All of the above

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What is the purpose of the Trendelenburg position?

• To lower the patient's head

• To assist with breathing problems

• To increase blood flow to the heart

• To perform surgeries on the abdomen

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What is the purpose of the Reverse Trendelenburg position?

• To reduce pressure on the head

• To improve breathing

• To prevent acid reflux

• To keep blood from pooling in the head

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What is the purpose of the orthopneic position?

• To help patients breathe easier

• To provide comfort during sleep

• To assist in physical therapy

• To promote relaxation

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What are the risk factors associated with applying heat?

• Burns

• Increased blood flow

• Muscular tension

• Nutrient delivery

Multiple Choice

What should you always check before applying heat?

• The patient's temperature

• The facilities protocol

• The type of heat source

• The time of day

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What are the benefits of applying heat to an area?

• Relieves pain and muscular tension

• Increases blood flow

• Causes burns

• Reduces oxygen to tissues

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What are the risks associated with cold applications?

• Cyanosis or pale skin

• Increased blood flow

• Reduced swelling

• Improved circulation

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of a sitz bath?

• To clean perineal wounds

• To increase circulation to the heart

• To relieve headaches

• To reduce inflammation in the stomach

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