Module Test: Wound Management

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Work through each question carefully to choose the best answer, and submit the quiz to view your results. After completing the quiz, read through the answer explanations to review the reasoning behind both correct and incorrect options.

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Which preparation step best preserves sterility before wound dressing?

	Gathering all supplies at bedside before starting
	Preparing the sterile field while the patient is still being positioned
	Asking the assistant to fetch extra supplies after the wound has been exposed
	Placing sterile instruments on a disinfected tray that was wiped earlier in the day

Why is the forceps method preferred over gloved-hand technique for small, clean wounds?

	It ensures less pain for the patient because of gentler handling
	It minimizes contamination risk by avoiding direct hand contact
	It decreases the number of dressing changes required
	It allows the nurse to use clean rather than sterile gloves

Which dressing strategy is best for a highly exudative wound when foam dressings are unavailable?

	Hydrocolloid dressing applied firmly over the wound
	Saline-moistened gauze left in place for 24–48 hours
	Using a clean, folded towel as an absorbent cover
	Layered sterile gauze with frequent changes

During a wound dressing, the sterile drape is brushed by the nurse’s non-sterile sleeve, though the gauze and wound remain untouched. What is the best action?

	Continue since the wound itself is not contaminated
	Replace the sterile drape immediately and re-establish the sterile field
	Cover the contaminated part of the drape with extra sterile gauze
	Spray the contaminated area with antiseptic solution and continue

Which wound is most appropriate for management with saline-moistened gauze dressing?

	A necrotic ulcer awaiting referral
	A dry surgical incision with minimal exudate
	A heavily exudative burn wound
	A pressure injury with moderate drainage

Which is a contraindication for routine sterile dressing using the forceps method?

	Small surgical incision
	Clean abrasion
	Extensive burn with exposed tissue
	Deep traumatic wound with active bleeding

During a dressing change, a nurse notes that a wound previously clean now has foul odor, redness, and increased tenderness. What should she do?

	Seal the wound with a hydrocolloid to reduce exposure
	Switch to layered gauze to handle exudate and monitor
	Stop routine dressing and escalate care for infection management
	Continue routine sterile gauze dressing and observe

Which substitute best preserves sterility when sterile drapes are unavailable?

	Clean plastic packaging material
	Household towel washed with detergent only
	Hot-ironed, freshly laundered cloth
	Bare tabletop wiped with alcohol

Which action demonstrates correct preservation of sterility?

	Gauze is placed directly on a clean but non-sterile drape
	Nurse repositions tray with unsterile hand while forceps rest on gauze
	Forceps tips touch only sterile gauze and wound
	Forceps reused after touching bed linen

A nurse is caring for a patient with a large necrotic wound. Referral will be delayed 24 hours. Supplies available: sterile gauze, forceps, and saline. What is the best interim management?

	Apply routine sterile dressing as if wound were clean
	Cover the wound with sterile gauze temporarily while arranging referral
	Attempt debridement with available forceps in the clinic
	Leave the wound open to “air out” until referral

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