Understanding the Causes of Pressure Sores
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Which group of individuals is more susceptible to the loss of muscle strength and muscle tissue caused by immobility?

  • Elderly adults (correct)
  • Young adults
  • Children
  • Teenagers

    • What is a contracture?

  • A permanent fixed position of a joint caused by pathologic changes to the connective tissues (correct)
  • A temporary loss of muscle strength
  • A condition that affects only young adults
  • A complication of prolonged exercise

    • What is the definition of immobility?

  • The inability to move or be moved easily (correct)
  • A condition that affects only children
  • The ability to move freely
  • The loss of muscle strength in elderly adults

    • Which of the following is a common complication of prolonged, complete immobility?

    <p>Pressure sores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary underlying reason why pressure sores develop?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a cause of pressure sores?

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

    What happens to the blood vessels when someone is completely immobile?

    <p>They constrict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following complications can arise from prolonged immobility?

    <p>Pressure sores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of bone and muscle loss in patients with prolonged immobility?

    <p>Inactivity of muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in relation to complications associated with prolonged immobility?

    <p>Detecting and preventing complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a direct cause of pressure sores?

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

    Which area of the body is most vulnerable to pressure sores?

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

    What is the characteristic of a Grade 2 pressure sore?

    <p>Open blister or wound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of a large embolus in certain areas such as the brain or heart?

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

    Which of the following is a reason why blood clots can form during immobility?

    <p>Muscle inactivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of immobility?

    <p>Lung infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a risk factor for developing urinary tract infections during immobility?

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

    Which of the following is a consequence of muscle inactivity during immobility?

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

    Which of the following is true about immobility?

    <p>Complete immobility can lead to complications in every organ system of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between bedrest and complete immobility?

    <p>Bedrest is temporary while complete immobility is permanent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between exercise and health?

    <p>Exercise prevents chronic diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when all significant levels of physical activity stop?

    <p>Health problems begin to develop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common complication associated with indwelling urinary catheters?

    <p>Urinary tract infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of catheterization?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the most common complications associated with indwelling urinary catheters?

    <p>Infection, obstruction of the catheter, and trauma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of catheter is inserted into the bladder and left in place?

    <p>Foley catheter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the kidneys in the urinary system?

    <p>Production of urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the urethra carry urine from?

    <p>Bladder to external environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine?

    <p>Waste products filtered out of the blood by the kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a function of the urinary system?

    <p>Production and elimination of urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the micturition reflex?

    <p>Bladder wall stretch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an indwelling urinary catheter?

    <p>To drain urine and keep the catheter in place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the urinary system receives approximately 25% of the blood pumped by the heart?

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

    Which size urinary catheter is typically used for intermittent catheterization in women?

    <p>12 French</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which size urinary catheter is typically used for intermittent catheterization in men?

    <p>14 French</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if the physician does not specify the size of the indwelling urinary catheter?

    <p>Contact the physician for guidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common reason for insertion of an indwelling urinary catheter?

    <p>Treatment of urinary tract infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of prolonged urinary incontinence?

    <p>Skin breakdown and dermatologic problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which clinical situations is monitoring a patient's fluid intake and output critically important?

    <p>Patients with severe burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For what purpose may an indwelling urinary catheter be inserted during a surgical procedure?

    <p>To deliver medication to the urinary system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a disadvantage of using an indwelling catheter?

    <p>It can compromise the patient's defenses against infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of explaining the procedure to the patient before starting catheterization?

    <p>To inform the patient of the discomfort and pain they may feel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique is considered mandatory for inserting an indwelling urinary catheter?

    <p>Sterile technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of intermittent catheterization for people with a neurogenic bladder?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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