Tissue Viability: Pressure Injuries l Quiz Please sign up for the course before taking this quiz. What devices should never be used?1 cut-out, ring or donut-shaped devices water-filled gloves all of the above When a client is confined to bed, where can pressure injuries develop?1 all of the above back or sides of their head heels, ankles and toes What stage pressure injury can have partial thickness loss of epidermis, dermis?1 Stage 1 Stage 3 Stage 2 What stage pressure injury can have full thickness loss with exposed bone or musle?1 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 1 Minimising the risk of infection is a way to prevent pressure injuries.1 True False Non-blanchable erythema is which stage of pressure injury?1 Stage 1 Stage 3 Stage 4 What intrinsic factor can can contribute to a higher risk of pressure injuries?1 shear moisture impaired nutritional status What is the upper or outer layer of skin called?1 Hypodermis Dermis Epidermis The 30 degree tilt is useful when positioning a client.1 True False The hypodermis is?1 the outer layer of skin the middle layer of skin the most inner layer of skin (subcutaneous fat) If a client is at high risk, how often should skin assessments be done?1 daily monthly fortnightly Slough is dead tissue that can be yellow, green, grey or brown.1 True False Clients with diabetes are at a higher risk of pressure injuries because of increased sensation in their feet.1 True False Ageing reduces the skin’s tolerance, with an increased risk of pressure injuries.1 True False Back to: Tissue Viability: Pressure Injuries l
