CTHC060 - Unit 35 Quiz

The skin is a good indicator of the general health of the body.

• True

• False

Excoriations are scablike in appearance.

• True

• False

When caring for patients with skin lesions, wash the areas well with soap and water.

• True

• False

Pressure sores cannot develop if a patient gets up in a chair frequently.

• True

• False

Pressure ulcers are easier to prevent than they are to cure.

• True

• False

The functions of the skin include all of the following except

• excretion of waste.

• hormone production.

• temperature maintenance.

• sensory perception.

Pressure ulcers are caused by

• rough handling during transfers.

• anything that interferes with circulation.

• scrubbing with a washcloth during bathing.

• using too much soap on the skin.

The first sign of pressure ulcer formation is

• skin appears pale.

• blister formation.

• red or blue-gray discoloration.

• a tear in the skin.

If you note formation of a Stage I pressure ulcer, you should

• massage the area.

• apply heat to the area.

• notify the nurse.

• apply cold to the area.

An important factor to consider in pressure ulcer prevention and healing is

• nutrition.

• medication.

• use of adaptive devices.

• massage.