Ide Costa Pressure Injury Prevention Guidelines Quiz

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What is the recommended frequency for turning and repositioning a bedbound patient to prevent pressure injuries?

Every 2 hours

Which assessment tool is referred to in the text for determining pressure injury risk?

Braden Risk Assessment Scale

What is a key strategy mentioned in the text to prevent pressure injuries on patients?

Minimizing friction and shear

Which action is advised for managing patients who are incontinent of stool or urine to prevent pressure ulcers?

<p>Clean them as soon as possible</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using risk scores in pressure injury prevention?

<p>To identify patients at risk and plan care accordingly</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should skin and bony prominences of a patient be inspected for pressure damage?

<p>At least daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key requirements for preventing pressure injuries?

<p>Early identification of at-risk patients and implementation of prevention strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tool is the Braden Scale commonly used for in healthcare settings?

<p>Conducting risk assessments for pressure injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus during the planning stage according to Dr. Ide Costa's lecture?

<p>Establishing patient needs and baseline for future assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is emphasized during the implementation stage of Dr. Ide Costa's lecture?

<p>Use of evidenced-based guidelines</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the evaluation stage, what should be checked regarding the patient's understanding?

<p>Perception about skin integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of wound documentation is crucial according to Dr. Ide Costa's lecture?

<p>Wound edges (macerated, red, dermatitis)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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