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A 36 year-old male had a pilonidal cyst removal. The wound size: open, 4x3x2.5cm; wound bed: granulation tissue; drainage small amount of serosanguinous drainage. Which type of dressing would be most appropriate for this wound?

The Braden Scale is used to assess a 70 year-old patient’s risk for Pressure Injuries The patient’s Braden score is 20. How would you interpret this score?

The skin pH is normally 4.0-6.5. What is the advantage of an acidic pH of the skin?

The WOC Nurse is teaching nurses the different types of Moisture Associated Skin Damage (MASD). Which risk factor places a patient at risk for intertriginous dermatitis (ITD)?

The WOC nurse is assessing the wound below. How would the nurse best describe the wound bed on Day 0?   https://www.accessmedicinenetwork.com/posts/55586-wound-bed-preparation-edges  

A 90 year-old patient is admitted from home after sustaining a fracture hip from a fall. Assessment of the skin revealed a blackened, necrotic area on the left hip (See below). How would you stage this wound?

A patient with heavily serous exudative venous stasis ulcers. Which type of dressing would be most appropriate for this wound?

Understanding the pathophysiology of Pressure Injuries is essential to develop effective preventative measures. Which of the following statement applies to the pathophysiology of pressure injuries?

A skin tear is a separation of the epidermis from the dermis or underlying connective tissue. Which of the following skin tears would be classified as Type 2? a.  www.woundsinternational b. www.woundsinternational c. https://startsat60.com/

During the maturation phase of wound healing, what effect is achieved through collagen formation?