Integumentary System Flashcards
0
Q
What are the S/S of infection?
A
Red
Edema
Discharge
Warm skin/ high temp
1
Q
What are the three layers of the skin?
A
Epidermis
Dermis
Subcutaneous
2
Q
What causes bed sores/pressure ulcers/ decubiti?
A
Poor nutrition Elderly Overweight/thin/frail Immobility Poor circulation Diabetes Hard surfaces Incontinence Edema Disoriented patients Dehydration
3
Q
What are the 4 stages of pressure ulcers?
A
Stage1: heals in a couple days, red mark
Stage 2: goes through top layer of skin takes 2 months to heal
Stage 3: goes to subcutaneous layer, some heal
Stage 4: goes to bone, takes a year to heal, some don’t heal
4
Q
What should the CNA do for pressure ulcers?
A
Check skin Change/ position person q2hours Wash and dry them Apply lotion Increase protein FF Tell nurse Tell next shift
