1. What is the main purpose of surgical drains?

a) To remove pus, blood or other fluid from the wound site

b) To prevent infection and promote wound healing

c) To reduce pain and tissue damage

d) All of the above

Answer: D. All of the above. According to , surgical drains are tubes

placed near surgical incisions in the post-operative patient, to remove pus,

blood or other fluid, preventing it from accumulating in the body. The

type of drainage system inserted is based on the needs of patient, type of

surgery, type of wound, amount of drainage expected and surgeon

preference. This can help prevent infection, enhance wound healing,

reduce pain and tissue damage.

2. What are the common types of surgical drains used for wound

drainage?

a) Jackson-Pratt, Redivac, Pigtail, Penrose, Mini-vacuum, Bellovac

b) Foley catheter, Nasogastric tube, Chest tube, Abscess drain

c) Both A and B

d) None of the above

Answer: C. Both A and B. According to and , there are various types of

drains that can be used for different purposes and locations. Some are

designed for specific organs or cavities, such as foley catheters or

nasogastric tubes. Others are used for general wound drainage, such as

Jackson-Pratt or Penrose drains.

3. What are the signs of infection at the drain site?

a) Redness, tenderness, warmth, increased ooze

b) Fever, chills, malaise, leukocytosis

c) Purulent or foul-smelling drainage

d) All of the above

Answer: D. All of the above. According to , infection is a potential

complication of drain placement and should be monitored closely. Signs

of infection include local symptoms at the drain site, such as redness,

tenderness, warmth, increased ooze, or a change in collection fluid to

purulent or foul-smelling; as well as systemic symptoms, such as fever,

chills, malaise, leukocytosis.