Integumentary Flashcards
1
Q
Positioning to Prevent Pressure Ulcers
A
30-45 degree obliqe angle when sidelying
2
Q
What is the optimal pressure to clean a wound?
A
Between 4-15 psi
- closer to 4 if you want to prevent damage and protect the granulation tissue
3
Q
What is the best way to measure the undermining of a pressure ulcer?
A
A probe
