Types of Wound Dressings Quiz

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of wound?

Inflammation

What is the primary purpose of applying a surgical dressing?

All of the above

Which of the following dressings is typically used for a closed, non-draining wound?

Dry gauze dressing

Which of the following is NOT a principle of aseptic technique?

Sterile items can be placed on a clean surface Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of equipment needed for wound dressing?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about wound healing is NOT true?

Age does not affect wound healing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following dressings is typically used for a heavily draining wound?

Alginate dressing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of splinting a wound during dressing?

To minimize movement and protect the wound Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following dressings is typically used for a burn wound?

Petroleum gauze dressing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about aseptic technique is true?

Sterile gloves should be worn during dressing changes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Wound Care and Surgical Dressing

Factors affecting wound healing include obesity, alcoholism, smoking, immunocompromised conditions, and nutrition.

Types of Wounds

Closed wound
Open wound
Wound with drainage

Types of Dressings

Dry to dry dressing
Wet to wet dressing
Dry to wet dressing
Gauze
Sponge Gauze
Bandage Roll
Non-Adherent Pads
Non-Adherent Wet Dressings
Foam Dressings
Calcium Alginates
Hydrogel Dressings
Transparent Dressings

Equipment Needed for Wound Dressing

Variety of gauze dressing and sterile package
Cleansing solution
Sterile solution
Clean, disposable gloves
Sterile gloves
Tape, ties or bandage as needed
Waterproof bag
Rubber sheet
Antibiotic ointments
Syringe and catheter
Plastic bag for waste disposal
Artery clamp

How to Choose the Right Wound Dressing

Assess the wound
Consider the type of wound, surrounding tissue, wound edges, and drainage
Ask yourself questions about the wound and its condition

Dressing Procedures

Closed wound: dispose of gloves and soiled dressing, wash hands, open sterile dressing tray, clean wound with antiseptic solution, and apply dressing
Open wound: assess patient pain level, give analgesia, repeat steps from closed wound procedure, and apply dressing
Wound with drainage: use a surgical drain to remove pus, blood, or fluids from the wound

Drain Care

Definition: a surgical drain is a tube used to remove fluids from a wound
Types of drains: open drains, closed drains, and active drains

Objectives of Surgical Dressing

Promote and evaluate healing
Prevent or reduce infection
Provide physical and mental comfort
Splint the wound

Principles of Aseptic Technique

All articles in a sterile field must be sterile
Hands must be washed before handling sterile equipment