Introduction to spinal cord injury and definition and classification of pressure injuries – General Knowledge Questions

What is the primary cause of pressure injuries in individuals with a SCI injury?

Which stage of a pressure injury involves full-thickness skin loss exposing fat tissue?

Which of the following is NOT a common site for pressure injuries in individuals with an SCI?

What is a key preventive measure for pressure injuries?

A 45-year-old SCI patient reports tingling around their sacrum. Upon examination, you notice non-blanchable redness but no open wound. What is the most appropriate classification?

A patient with SCI and limited mobility presents with a purple blister on their heel. How would you classify this injury?

An SCI patient reports feeling dizzy and fatigued. Their wound is not healing as expected. What factor should be assessed first?

Which assistive device is most effective in reducing the risk of pressure injuries in wheelchair users?

A caregiver notices skin breakdown around the ischial tuberosity of an SCI patient. What should be done immediately?

What is the best initial intervention for an SCI patient with early signs of a pressure injury?

What type of diet is recommended to promote wound healing in SCI patients?

An SCI patient has limited upper body mobility. What is a crucial strategy to prevent pressure injuries?

Why is moisture management critical in SCI patients?

What is the role of caregivers in pressure injury prevention for SCI patients?

A patient who has had SCI for 10 years is starting to develop recurring pressure injuries. What is the next step?

Which strategy is most effective in reducing prolonged pressure while seated?

What is the best wound dressing for a stage 2 pressure injury?

How does psychological well-being impact pressure injury prevention?

A patient with SCI and an unstageable pressure injury requires surgical debridement. What is the key consideration?