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Chapter 31 Wound Cae

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A resident has an open wound on the lower left leg. It is caused by poor arterial blood flow. This would is a(n) _____ulcer.   show
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show Chronic  
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show venous  
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A wound is not infected. It is a(n):   show
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show clean-contaminated wound  
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show closed wound  
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show contaminated  
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A closed-wound caused by a blow to the body is a(n):   show
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Wound layers have separated. This is:   show
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show dirty  
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A wound has separated. Abdominal organs are protruding through the wound. This is:   show
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show a full-thickness wound  
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A condition in which there is death of tissue is:   show
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show incision  
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show Infected  
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A wound created for therapy is a(n) ________ wound   show
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The skin or mucous membrane is broken. This is a(n) _______ wound.   show
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show a partial-thickness wound  
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show penetrating wound  
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show inflammation of a vein  
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An open wound made by a sharp object is a(n):   show
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show pirulent  
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Thin, watery, blood-tinged drainage is ______ drainage.   show
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Clear, watery fluid from a wound is _____ drainage.   show
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Blood drainage is _____ drainage.   show
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A resident has a rip in the skin. The epidermis is separated from underlying tissue. This is a(n):   show
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A resident has an open wound on the right lower leg. The person has poor blood return through her veins. Her wound is a(n):   show
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show trauma  
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A thrombus is a:   show
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The skin is injured. Which is a major threat?   show
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Which of the following are common sites for skin tears?   show
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show Friction and shearing  
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show Skin tears can cause an infection  
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show the person's care plan  
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show Using and assist device to move the person  
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show A soft fleece sweatshirt and sweatpants  
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show Keep your fingernails short and smoothly filed  
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show on the legs and feet  
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show Itching  
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Which statement about venous ulcers is correct?   show
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Which will help prevent circulatory ulcers?   show
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A resident has a venous ulcer. The person needs repositioning at least every:   show
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A resent has a venous ulcer. You are helping the person dress. The person can wear which of the following?   show
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A resident has a venous ulcer. Your care should include:   show
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A resident has a venous ulcer. The doctor ordered elastic stockings. What size should you use?   show
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show Prevent injury  
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Elastic stockings also are called:   show
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Which statement about elastic stockings is correct?   show
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Elastic bandages are applied to the:   show
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show lower part to the top part  
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A resident has an elastic bandage on the right leg. The bandage is loose and wrinkled. What should you do?   show
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show with firm, even pressure  
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show Every 60 minutes  
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show Face the person during the procedure  
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show Reminding the person not to sit with crossed legs  
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show Having a bed cradle on the bed  
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show laceration  
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show inflammatory  
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A wound was closed with staples. Wound healing will occur through _____ intention.   show
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show Tertiary intention  
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show secondary  
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Which nutrient is needed for wound healing?   show
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show Observe the surrounding skin.  
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A drain is inserted into a wound. What is its purpose?   show
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show To measure the amount of drainage  
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show Protect the wound  
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Which is a purpose of wound dressings?   show
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Gauze dressings:   show
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show dry dressing  
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A dressing is loose. What can happen?   show
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A dressing is loose. What can happen?   show
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show abrasion  
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show Elastic  
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show To the top, middle, and bottom of the dressing  
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show Removing the old dressing gently  
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show Ask the nurse when a pain-relief drug was given.  
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show You need to control your nonverbal communication and body language during dressing changes  
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The nurse asks you to apply a dry, non-sterile dressing. What should you do after removing the old dressing?   show
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Binders are applied to which area?   show
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show Away from the wound  
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A binder is loose and out of position. What should you do?   show
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show Apply a new binder  
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show A wound can affect breathing and movement.  
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show a soft pad applied over a body area  
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Constrict means to:   show
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Dilate means to :   show
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Cyanosis is:   show
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Hyperthermia means that the person's body temperature is:   show
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show very low  
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A pack is a treatment that involves:   show
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show Reduce tissue swelling  
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show Relieve pain  
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Warm applications:   show
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When blood vessels dilate, blood flow:   show
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When blood vessels constrict, blood flow:   show
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When heat is applied, the skin is:   show
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When heat is applied too long, blood vessels:   show
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show decreases  
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show burns  
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Heat is applied to a wrist. Which of the following are reported to the nurse at once?   show
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A person has a joint replacement. Which statement is correct?   show
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Which is a dry warm application?   show
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Which statement about moist heat applications is correct?   show
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show 15 to 20  
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show Measure water temperature  
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Before applying dry heat or cold applications, which is correct?   show
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Which of the following is an electrical device?   show
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When applying warm or cold applications, which is correct?   show
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show Follow electrical safety precautions  
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show hot  
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The nurse delegates you to apply a warm compress. To maintain its temperature, the nurse might ask you to:   show
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A sitz bath involves:   show
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show fits on the toilet seat  
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show Weakness and faintness  
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show measuring water temperature  
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show Every 5 minutes  
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show Follow the manufacturer's instructions  
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A hot pack is reusable. Before storing the pack for future use, which is correct?   show
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show Pins at used to secure the pad in place  
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The temperature of an aquatermia pad is usually:   show
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show Distilled water  
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show heat cannot escape  
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Before applying an aquathermia pad, you need to:   show
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When cold is applied to the skin, blood vessels:   show
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show decreases  
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show immediately  
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show Numbing the skin  
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show Blisters and burns  
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show dilate  
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show Person with sensory impairment  
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show Cold compress  
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Which of the following devices are filled with crushed ice?   show
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show Put it in a cover  
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When using a commercial cold pack, which is correct?   show
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show 5  
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You applied a cold compress. How often should you check the application site?   show
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A cooling blanket is needed. After placing it on the bed, it is covered with a:   show
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show sheet  
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What measurements are needed when a cooling blanket or warming blanket is used?   show
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A safe, comfortable setting is needed when applying heat or cold. Which will promote the person's comfort and safety?   show
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Only the body part involved in the procedure is exposed. This action:   show
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show Place the call light within the person's reach  
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