Chapter 11 Multiple Choice and True False Quiz
A cicatrix is:
a normal scar formation
A scrape is a(n):
abrasion
Ligatures are also called:
ties
A cicatrix is a normal scar formation.
true
A fistula is a tract between two epithelium-lined surfaces that is open at both ends.
true
A hernia can be a result of wound dehiscence.
true
A keloid is a raised, thickened scar caused by excessive collagen formation.
true
A sinus is a tract between two epithelium-lined surfaces that is open at one end.
true
Age can affect wound healing.
true
An adhesion is an abnormal attachment of two surfaces that are normally separate.
true
Second-intention healing is:
granulation of the wound
Phase 1 of wound healing by first intention is the:
lag phase
Chronic wounds persist for an extended period of time.
true
Nylon is nonabsorbable.
true
One of the classic local signs of inflammation is pain.
true
Phase 1 of wound healing by first intention is the lag phase.
true
Phase 2 of wound healing by first intention is the proliferation phase.
true
Polyglactin 910 is absorbable.
true
Smoking can affect wound healing.
true
If a suture is classified as monofilament, it is made up of _____ thread-like structure(s).
one
In an abdominal wound closure, the first layer sutured closed is the:
peritoneum
The goal of postoperative wound care is to prevent infection and other complications.
true
The proliferation phase of wound healing by first intention begins on about the third postoperative day.
true
Third-intention wound healing is delayed primary closure.
true
Vicryl is a brand name.
true
There are five classic local signs of the inflammatory process.
true (Pain, heat, redness, swelling, loss of function)
Three types of wound healing have been identified.
true (first intention/primary union, second intention/granulation, third intention/delayed primary closure)
Which of the following is a multifilament nonabsorbable suture?
surgical silk
Another name for a stick tie is:
suture ligature
A(n) _____ is a tract between two epithelium-lined surfaces that is open at each end.
fistula
Which of the following would make a good eye suture size?
A) 11 B) 11-0 C) 5-0 D) 1 Answer: 11-0
Of the following, which is considered the largest in diameter for suture materials?
A) 2-0 B) 7-0 C) 1 D) 4-0 Answer: 1 (smaller are the higher numbers and largest are the smallest number)
Which of the following is NOT one of the main factors that influence the rate of wound healing?
A) Intraoperative tissue handling B) whether the principle of asepsis were followed during surgery C) radiation exposure D) physical condition of the patient Answer: Radiation exposure
Which of the following is NOT a monofilament absorbable suture?
A) Prolene B)PDS II C) chromic gut D) monocryl Answer: Prolene
Which of the following factors does NOT affect wound healing?
A)nutritional status B) age C) insurance status D) smoking Answer: Insurance status
The package color for plain gut suture material is:
Yellow
What type of wound presents for an extended period of time?
chronic wound
A bruise is a(n):
contusion
In terms of tissue handling, friable means:
easily torn
The end of the needle where the suture attaches is called the:
eye