Pressure Injury Prevention and Management Quiz

Test your knowledge on preventing and managing pressure injuries with this quiz. Explore the causes, risk factors, and definitions of pressure injuries, also known as pressure ulcers or bedsores. Evaluate your understanding of how to mitigate and address these localized areas of tissue necrosis caused by prolonged compression.

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Which term is synonymous with pressure ulcers?

Bedsores

What is a significant risk factor for pressure injuries in clients who are incontinent?

Moist, bacteria-saturated environment

What is a common consequence of lack of nutrition in relation to pressure injuries?

Malnutrition-related skin breakdowns

What is a significant risk factor for pressure injuries in clients with peripheral neuropathy?

<p>Loss of sensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key risk factor for pressure injuries in clients who are paralyzed or have restricted mobility?

<p>Prolonged pressure against bony prominences</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used interchangeably with pressure ulcers?

<p>Bedsores</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant risk factor for pressure injuries in clients with peripheral neuropathy?

<p>Loss of sensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant risk factor for pressure injuries in clients who are incontinent?

<p>Moist environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key risk factor for pressure injuries in clients who are paralyzed or have restricted mobility?

<p>Inability to reposition themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of lack of nutrition in relation to pressure injuries?

<p>Skin breakdowns and infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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