Induction Ad Wc Quiz

Which of the following is NOT listed as a clinical sign of infection in DFU?

• Local swelling
• Erythema
• Dizziness
• Purulent discharge

What conditions can mask the clinical signs of infection in diabetic foot ulcers

• Neuropathy and peripheral arterial disease
• Hypertension and diabetes
• Obesity and high cholesterol
• Asthma and COPD

What is a potential consequence of prescribing systemic antibiotics when not indicated?

• Increased wound healing
• Antimicrobial resistance
• Reduced pain
• Improved blood circulation

What is the primary purpose of initial wound cleansing?

• To remove loose devitalized tissue, microorganisms, or debris from the wound bed
• To apply a barrier cream
• To hydrate the skin
• To debride the wound

Which of the following is appropriate for cleansing noninfected wounds?

• Antiseptic solution
• Sterile normal saline
• Hydrogen peroxide
• Alcohol

What is the benefit of debridement in wound care?

• It permanently removes biofilm and does not allow to reoccurence
• It provides a window of opportunity in which biofilm defenses are temporarily disrupted
• It hydrates the wound bed
• It applies a barrier cream

What does biofilm protect bacteria from?

• Antibiotics
• Antiseptics
• The body's immune system
• All of the above

What percentage of chronic non-healing wounds are estimated to be affected by biofilm?

• 0.5
• 0.6
• 0.8
• 0.9

How does biofilm affect wound healing?

• It speeds up wound healing
• It delays wound healing
• It has no effect on wound healing
• It only affects infected wounds

How often are debridement sessions recommended to disrupt biofilm defenses?

• Once a week
• Twice a week
• Once a month
• Daily