General
What happens if you don’t turn or reposition frequently
song rawhide
What are two pressure areas to consider off loading on patients
(any bony prominence
Can fitted sheets be used on a specialty bed?
What fluid is used for irrigating a Vera Flow Wound Vac?
Normal saline is the preferred product
Is it o.k. to reinforce a leaking ostomy with tape?
no. If there is leakage, it needs to be changed
MASD stands for
moisture associated skin damage
Name the three principles of wound care.
1. If it is wet, dry it 2. If it is dry moisten it 3. Protect the periwound tissue
Specialty beds – What is the appropriate linen for a specialty bed?
less is best
What is an emergency dressing if the wound vac is not functioning properly?
A wet to dry moist dressing
What is the most important aspect of applying Cavilon Advanced?
Let it dry
A purple area over a bony prominence may be a
DTI
What is the appropriate way to wrap lower extremities?
toes to knee
What are prophylactic measures to prevent pressure injuries
specialty bed, foam pads, sacral pads, etc
How long is it safe for a wound vac to not have negative pressure or be off?
2 hours. After that it actually promotes bacterial growth
What is the difference between Cavilon Advance & Cavilon spray, swabs or wipes
Cavilon advanced bonds skin, Cavilon protects it
What can develop from excess moisture and warmth
MASD
What does a MASD look like when you assess the sacrococcygeal area
A linear open crack
What are the benefits of early ambulation?
circulation to the skin, pressure relief, fall prevention
To replace a trac pad on a wound vac you must open an entire package
No
Discribe the best process to culture a wound
Swab the deepest part of the wound, not the surface
Can a nurse order a specialty bed?
Yes
In your assessment, you should always stage a pressure injury?
F- This can create variation that affects reimbursement and treatment. The Wound Care Clinicians are the experts to stage wounds
What is the best way to apply a Podis boot?
Is it ok to use tegaderm to re-seal a vac leak?
No
How do you reach Mike Sealy for ostomy needs