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WOCN Wound Certification Exam #1 – Questions And Correct Answers
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WOCN Wound Certification Exam #1 – Questions AndCorrect Answers
Define prevelence Right Ans - (# of people w/ a condition (ex pu) divided
by # of people in target poplulation at particular point in time )x100
What is difference between cumulative incidence and incidence denstiy?
Right Ans - incidence is # of people who develop condition of interest during
specific time divided by # of people in study population X100 where incidence
density is # of people dev same condition divided by total time people were
free of condition or observed x1000
Name at least 5 examples of clinical wound policies Right Ans - wound
measurements, wound photos, direct supervision/"incident to" visits, quality
program, conservative care designation, chart order, billing guidelines, form
completion guidelines, clinic scheduling, position descriptions and
responsibilities, insurance authorization process, HIPPA/EMR/Health
information security and privacy
Name at least 5 examples of wound competencies Right Ans - wound
measurements, wnd photography, wnd cx, compression wraps, neg pressure
wnd therapy, low-freq ultrasound treatments, skin inspections, room cleaning
between pts, isolation/infection control, offload techniques, ABI,
Monofilament/sensory testing, conservative sharp debridement, chemical
cautery with silver nitrate, pulsate lavage
In coding, what is a CPT code? Right Ans - describes procedure or service
provided
What is HPCPCS mean with provider billing? Right Ans - describes the drsg,
supplies, drugs, or procedures that don't have a cpt code
What do the Numbers in the ICD10-CM mean? Right Ans - 1st 3 #s pertain
to the category; the following digits address etiology, anatomic site and
severity. Primary Dx code followed by secondary code
When developing a pamphlet on basic wnd care techniques for general public
to improve readership and comprehension you do what? Right Ans - select
, an easy-to-read typeface such as use a 10-14 point type size and black letters
on white background. Direct readers to message by using arrows, underlines,
or bullets, but not italics or all capital letters. Create clear visuals with realistic
drawings not cartoon characters.
Pt concerned with outpt service for wound care will not be covered under
medicare part B, you explain medicare covers Right Ans - medicare part A
covers hospital expenses. Medicare part B covers outpatient services deemed
medically necessary. Medicare part B will deny payment to patients enrolled
in medicare part C.
The obese pt complains of foot discomfort. Upon inspection, no visible
wounds, who should you refer patient to? Right Ans - B/c the feet carry a
person's wt, heavier individuals are prone to wear-and tear injuries. A
podiatry consultation is warranted when discomfort is reported.
Intertrigo is common btwn skin folds of the obese pt due to what? Right
Ans - Intertrigo is term used for inflammatory skin condition of skin folds and
can be induced by heat, moisture, maceration, and friction.
Pt with BMI 38 presents with perineal, scrotal groin breakdown 3 days s/p
CABG. Assess continguous erythematous maculopapular rash with distant
satellite lesions-rash bright red tender to touch. What is the BEST topical
option to manage symptoms? Right Ans - Miconazole Nitrate powder 2%
bc ...The pt present with extensive topical fungal infection; his post-op status
& lg body habitus contribute to limited mobility & moisture trapping in the
skin folds. Prevention of moisture build up is most imp intervention to
prevent candidiasis. Powders, not ointments or solutions are designed to
absorb moisture.
Elderly pt on warfarin has Cat III payne Martin skin tear. What drsg selection
most appropriate? Right Ans - A non-adherent contact layer applied to
wound bed covered with dry gauze secured with elastic tubular net b/c this
minimizes any surrounding tissue trauma that can lead to bleeding and pain
with drsg changes.
Ask to teach 65 y/o male how to change dressing on LE wound, staff says he is
reluctant to learn. You 1st plan of action is to ask what? Right Ans - ask if
he has had experience in wound care or drsg changes. Remember the adult
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