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Worksheetsaseptic technique
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Why a single swab should be used for each wipe during wound dressing ?
to reduce the amount of dressing solution used during the procedure
to make wound appear clean and drier after dressing
to shorten the time taken to complete the wound dressing procedure
to prevent cross- contamination by avoiding the transfer of microorganisms back in to the wound
What should a healthcare provider do if they realize the sterility of their equipment has been compromised during a procedure ?
continue the procedure to avoid delaying treatment
stop the procedure immediately and replace the contaminated equipment with sterile equipment
clean the equipment and continue using it
ignore it if the patient shows no sign of infection
choose three (3) principle to maintain sterility during dressing procedure.
perform hand hygiene before and after dressing
use only sterile equipment
open the dressing set long before procedure
do not touch sterile item with non-sterile hands or object
why is normal saline (0.9 NaCl) preferred over tap water for cleaning a wound ?
it contains soap to kill bacteria
it is isotonic , meaning it matches body fluids and won't damage cells
it acts as a glue to keep the dressing in place
it bleaches the wound to make it look cleaner
What will happen if sterile is not maintained during wound dressing ?
wound will become sterile after being exposed to air
its helps the wound dry faster and heal more quickly
increase pain and discomfort to the patient
mild contamination will not affect wound healing
equipment needed for wound dressing
sterile gauze swabs used to clean the wound from the center outward
clean cotton wool used repeatedly to absorb exudate
non-sterile gloves used to maintain aseptic technique
adhesive tape applied before wound dressing
which type of dressing is used to remove dead tissue (debridement) from a wound ?
dry dressing
wet dressing
wet-to-dry dressing
occlusive dressing
which of the following are correct regarding the frequency of wound dressing ?
dressing must always be changed every 2 hour
if the dressing is wet, dirty or loose
base on wound condition
according to doctor's order
an important step in preparing a patient before wound dressing is :
ensure patient comfort and proper
ensure the patient has eaten a full meal
explain the procedure to the patient and gain consent
make sure patient is wear clean clothes
after performing a wound dressing, what should be documented ?
make a brief note that the dressing was done
document the wound appearance along with patient's vital signs
note only the dressing material used without wound assessment
record the type of dressing, wound condition and patient response
how does wound dressing help in preventing infection
promote growth of bacteria for faster healing
protect the wound from dirt and bacteria
exposes the wound to air to kill germs
allow dressing to remain wet and dirty for immunity
if you accidentally sneeze over the sterile field, what is the mandatory next step?
wipe the equipment with normal saline and continue
ignore it if you were wearing a mask
replace the equipment immediately
finish the procedure as quickly as possible
which equipment is required to safety dispose of used wound dressing material?
general trash bag with tight knot
plastic container washed after use
paper bag to absorb moisture
clinical waste bag for contaminated dressing
how often should a dressing usually be changed if it is not wet or dirty ?
every hour
once daily or as per doctor's orders
once a weeks
only when the patient asks
which item is essential to maintain a clean working area during wound dressing ?
sterile field prepared on a clean trolley
bed sheet folded near the wound
patient clothing used to cover equipment
paper towel placed under the wound
