Postoperative Procedures Worksheet

What is the purpose of a dressing on a wound?

• To diagnose the wound

• To absorb fluid drainage and keep the wound clean

• To perform surgery

• To prescribe medication

What might a physician want to do before a patient is released?

• Check in with the patient one last time

• Schedule a follow-up surgery

• Change the patient's diet

• Prescribe new medication

What is provided after surgery to assist with recovery?

• Preoperative care

• Postoperative care

• Preventive care

• Emergency care

What is the purpose of applying dressings and bandages after minor surgery?

• To increase blood flow

• To absorb drainage and reduce infection risk

• To enhance skin color

• To prevent scarring

What happens during the remodeling, maturation, or scarring phase?

• Layering and thickening of skin tissues cause the scab to fall off

• Blood vessels constrict and reduce bleeding

• Skin tissue forms to close off the wound

• The wound becomes infected

What is the second phase of the healing process?

• Proliferation, healing, or granulation phase

• Inflammatory, lag, or exudative phase

• Remodeling, maturation, or scarring phase

• Initial phase

What is a potential consequence of poor nutrition on wound healing?

• Enhances fast healing

• Inhibits fast healing

• Increases circulation

• Reduces infection risk

What is used to remove sutures?

• Thumb forceps and scissors

• Special staple remover

• Bandage scissors

• Antiseptic solution

What should be done after introducing yourself to the patient?

• Ask about the wound and healing process

• Start the procedure immediately

• Leave the room

• Call another nurse

What is the purpose of bandage scissors in the procedure?

• To cut the bandage

• To remove the sutures

• To cleanse the wound

• To dry the wound