Pressure Sores Flashcards

1
Q

Scoring system of pressure ulcers

A
Waterlow
Stage one- superficial, erythema
Stage two- starting to ulcerate
Stage three- ulcerated down to fat
Stage four- exposing bone
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2
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Risk factors/causes of pressure ulcers

A

Impaired mobility
Poor nutrition
Moisture

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3
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Common locations for pressure ulcers

A

Heel

Bony prominences

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4
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Symptoms and signs of pressure ulcers

A
Deep ulcer
Macerated
Exudative
Atrophic skin
Loss of muscle/wasting
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5
Q

Management of pressure ulcers

A

Remove pressure
Pressure relief mattress
Manage moisture

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6
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Epidemiology of pressure ulcers

A

Immobile

Elderly

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7
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Investigations of pressure ulcers

A

Clinical diagnosis

Wound swab

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