Wound Cleansing Solutions

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What is the primary purpose of using topical honey in wound care?

To provide a barrier against infectious agents
To create an acidic environment
To stop bleeding in serious injuries
To keep the wound moist and promote healing (correct)

What should be avoided when applying topical honey to a wound?

Diluting the honey with water (correct)
Checking the wound size regularly
Covering the wound with gauze
Applying it 1-4 times a day

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in wound healing?

Strengthening the immune system
Providing resistance to tissue
Serving as energy sources (correct)
Producing collagen

What is the effect of a 1C rise in body temperature above 37C on metabolism?

13% increase (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the treatment and care of a wound?

Stopping bleeding (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of tape is suitable for superficial wounds?

Film tape (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of vitamin C in wound healing?

Enhancing capillary synthesis and resistance to infections (B) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to protein in the body when there is a carbohydrate deficiency?

It is destroyed to meet energy requirements (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the wound size does not change within 2 weeks?

Change the treatment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of protein supplementation in wound healing?

It accelerates wound healing (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a fundamental principle of qualified wound care?

Preventing the relationship of the wound with infectious agents (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred method of feeding in patients who cannot be fed orally and have a functional gastrointestinal system?

Enteral feeding (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of applying low-intensity electrical current to wound tissue?

To stimulate fibroblast activity and accelerate wound healing (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of debridement in wound healing?

To reduce bacterial load and prevent infection (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of nursing care in wound healing?

To accelerate wound healing and prevent infection (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of occluders in wound treatment?

To create a crest for cell division (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of debridement in wound healing?

Reduced bacterial load and prevention of infection (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of wound nursing care and home care?

To accelerate wound healing and prevent infection (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of povidone-iodine solutions in wound cleansing?

It has a cytotoxic effect on granulation tissue and healthy cells. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of normal saline (0.9% sodium chloride) in wound care?

To remove debris and clean the wound area. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of using Dakin solution in wound care?

It can cause local skin irritation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why should hydrogen peroxide not be applied to granulation tissue?

It can destroy healthy newly growing tissue. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic should an ideal wound dressing possess?

It should create a moist environment with exudate. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of film membranes used in wound dressings?

They permeate water vapor and oxygen. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of wounds is Normothermic Wound Treatment commonly used for?

Chronic wounds (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the annular foam in the Normothermic Wound Treatment device?

To drain exudate from the wound (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of Topical Negative Pressure Therapy (TNPT)?

To create a moist closed area in the wound (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of wounds is Topical Negative Pressure Therapy (TNPT) often used for?

Stage III and IV pressure sores (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of negative suction pressure in Topical Negative Pressure Therapy (TNPT)?

Increases blood flow to the wound area (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for Topical Negative Pressure Therapy (TNPT) to be effective?

Living tissues with blood flow (C) Signup and view all the answers