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20 questions
01
Fill in the blank
1 point

When muscles are not regularly used, they can lose strength and .

02
Fill in the blank
1 point

Reduced activity may slow bowel movement and contribute to .

03
True or false
1 point

True or false: After an initial pressure-injury risk assessment, reassessment is unnecessary unless the person is admitted to a different care setting.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

04
Choose one
1 point

Which named respiratory complication can result when prolonged immobility reduces chest expansion and weakens coughing?

  1. A

    Atelectasis

  2. B

    Constipation

  3. C

    Venous thromboembolism

  4. D

    Muscle loss and weakness

05
Written response
1 point

When reduced leg movement weakens the muscle pump, what circulatory change can result?

06
Written response
1 point

Which structured tool may help organize pressure-injury risk assessment when appropriate, but should not replace clinical judgment?

07
Choose all
1 point

Which details should be considered during a pressure-injury risk assessment? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Assess whether the person can change position independently and often enough.

  2. B

    Use a risk-tool score as the sole basis for deciding prevention.

  3. C

    Inspect bony prominences, heels, skin folds, and areas beneath medical devices.

  4. D

    Consider sensation, perfusion, moisture, nutrition, and prior pressure injuries.

08
True or false
1 point

True or false: Using an appropriate pressure-redistribution surface means a person no longer needs repositioning.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

09
Choose one
1 point

A care team is setting a repositioning schedule for an at-risk person. Which approach best reflects the prevention guidance?

  1. A

    Use the same fixed interval for every person at risk.

  2. B

    Wait for a pressure injury to develop before changing the schedule.

  3. C

    Individualize the schedule and adjust it based on the person’s needs and skin response.

  4. D

    Choose the schedule based only on the risk-tool score.

10
Choose all
1 point

A person has repeated moisture exposure from incontinence. Which actions support skin health? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Cleanse and protect the skin after incontinence or other moisture exposure.

  2. B

    Avoid inspecting the skin if a moisture-protection product is used.

  3. C

    Support adequate nutrition and hydration according to the person’s needs and care plan.

  4. D

    Use a support surface as a substitute for managing moisture.

11
Choose one
1 point

During a skin assessment for a person with darker skin, which approach best helps identify concerning tissue changes?

  1. A

    Look only for bright redness and disregard other findings.

  2. B

    Consider pain, temperature change, swelling, and altered tissue firmness as well as color.

  3. C

    Do not inspect pressure points unless the person reports pain.

  4. D

    Assess only the skin beneath medical devices.

12
Choose one
1 point

A person has a new concerning skin change over one heel. Which positioning action is most appropriate?

  1. A

    Place the person directly on the affected heel to improve pressure distribution.

  2. B

    Offload the heel and avoid placing the person directly on the concerning area.

  3. C

    Stop all repositioning until the skin change resolves.

  4. D

    Rely on the mattress alone to protect the heel.

13
Open ended
1 point

A person with limited mobility has low food and fluid intake and takes medicines that may contribute to constipation. Explain why the person may be at increased risk and describe appropriate prevention principles.

14
Choose one
1 point

A person’s mobility is limited, and their leg muscles are becoming weaker. Which approach best helps prevent further muscle loss?

  1. A

    Keep the person on bed rest until strength returns.

  2. B

    Encourage safe, progressive activity and range-of-motion exercises.

  3. C

    Limit movement to prevent muscle fatigue.

  4. D

    Use a support surface as a substitute for exercise.

15
Written response
1 point

Reduced chest expansion and weaker coughing impair lung expansion and secretion clearance in an immobile person. Name one respiratory complication that can result.

16
Choose one
1 point

A person who is mostly confined to bed moves their legs very little. Which explanation best describes how this can increase their risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE)?

  1. A

    Reduced leg movement increases blood return by strengthening the muscle pump.

  2. B

    Immobility causes blood to pool mainly because coughing becomes weaker.

  3. C

    Reduced leg movement weakens the muscle pump and encourages venous stasis.

  4. D

    Immobility prevents venous stasis by reducing pressure on the legs.

17
Written response
1 point

Reduced activity may contribute to constipation. Name one other factor that can add to this risk.

18
True or false
1 point

True or false: Once an at-risk person is placed on a suitable pressure-redistribution surface, repositioning is no longer needed.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

19
Choose one
1 point

A person with limited mobility has had an episode of incontinence. Which action directly supports skin health after this moisture exposure?

  1. A

    Cleanse and protect the skin after moisture exposure.

  2. B

    Avoid examining the skin until the next scheduled assessment.

  3. C

    Use repositioning as the only response to moisture.

  4. D

    Leave the skin damp so it is not disturbed.

20
Choose one
1 point

A person needs to be moved higher in bed. Which approach best reduces friction and shear during repositioning?

  1. A

    Drag the person carefully so the movement is completed quickly.

  2. B

    Keep the person sliding in bed to avoid using transfer equipment.

  3. C

    Increase bed elevation whenever the person begins to slide.

  4. D

    Use appropriate repositioning techniques and equipment; avoid dragging.