ABFAS Postoperative Care and Wound Management

Question 1

What is the primary goal of postoperative wound care following foot and ankle surgery?

Accepted Answer

Prevent infection and promote healing

Answer

Minimize antibiotic use

Answer

Reduce patient mobility

Answer

Avoid patient follow-up visits

Question 2

Which dressing type is most appropriate for maintaining a moist wound environment to promote healing after foot and ankle surgery?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocolloid dressing

Answer

Dry gauze dressing

Answer

Dry absorbent pad

Answer

Dry cotton wool

Question 3

How long should a patient typically remain non-weight bearing after a first metatarsal osteotomy?

Accepted Answer

4–6 weeks

Answer

1–2 days

Answer

3–5 days

Answer

6 months

Question 4

What is the most common early complication following foot and ankle surgery?

Accepted Answer

Surgical site infection

Answer

Avascular necrosis

Answer

Pseudarthrosis

Answer

Compartment syndrome

Question 5

Which clinical finding suggests possible deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in a postoperative foot and ankle patient?

Accepted Answer

Calf pain, swelling, and pain with passive dorsiflexion

Answer

Localized wound erythema only

Answer

Decreased ankle range of motion

Answer

Wound dehiscence with serous drainage

Question 6

What is the recommended limb position postoperatively to most effectively reduce foot and ankle edema?

Accepted Answer

Above the level of the heart

Answer

Level with the heart

Answer

Below the level of the heart in dependent position

Answer

No position change is necessary

Question 7

When should sutures typically be removed after foot and ankle surgery in a non-diabetic patient?

Accepted Answer

14–21 days

Answer

3–5 days

Answer

7–10 days

Answer

28–35 days