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WorksheetsMalignant Wound Care for Paramedics
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 3mins
The main goal of cleansing a malignant wound is:
Complete sterilisation of the wound
Promote rapid wound healing
Comfort, odour control, and dignity
Eliminate all bacterial colonisation
Which cleansing solution is most suitable for malignant wound care?
Povidone-iodine
Hydrogen peroxide
Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) solution
Alcohol-based solution
Which of the following is contraindicated in malignant wound dressing?
Alginate dressing for bleeding
Foam dressing for exudate
Occlusive hydrocolloid over infected abscess
Charcoal dressing for odour
What is the most appropriate paramedic action when dressing a malignant wound with heavy exudate?
Apply silver nitrate sticks directly
Use alginate or foam dressings
Leave the wound uncovered
Apply adhesive tape directly on fragile skin
Why should hydrogen peroxide be avoided in malignant wound cleansing?
It is too expensive
It delays coagulation
It damages viable tissue and causes pain
It is not available in Malaysia
Which precaution should paramedics observe when managing malignant wounds?
Always scrub the wound to remove biofilm
Change dressings frequently regardless of trauma
Handle the wound gently to avoid bleeding
Use alcohol-based antiseptic before every dressing
Which dressing helps reduce odour in malignant wounds?
Alginate dressing
Charcoal dressing
Hydrocolloid dressing
Transparent film dressing
A patient with advanced breast cancer has a fungating chest wound with foul odour. As a paramedic, your suitable role includes:
Prescribing morphine
Surgical debridement of tumour tissue
Gentle cleansing and applying absorbent + odour-control dressing
Initiating chemotherapy
Which of the following is an advantage of modern dressings in malignant wound care?
They cure the cancer
They reduce psychosocial distress by controlling odour and leakage
They are cheaper than gauze
They eliminate all bacterial colonisation
In Malaysian context, what is a key aspect of preserving dignity in malignant wound care?
Performing dressings in open wards for efficiency
Using respectful language and ensuring privacy
Avoiding involvement of family caregivers
Avoiding painkillers during procedures
