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
2
Q
Risk factors/causes of pressure ulcers
A
Impaired mobility
Poor nutrition
Moisture
3
Q
Common locations for pressure ulcers
A
Heel
Bony prominences
4
Q
Symptoms and signs of pressure ulcers
A
Deep ulcer Macerated Exudative Atrophic skin Loss of muscle/wasting
5
Q
Management of pressure ulcers
A
Remove pressure
Pressure relief mattress
Manage moisture
6
Q
Epidemiology of pressure ulcers
A
Immobile
Elderly
7
Q
Investigations of pressure ulcers
A
Clinical diagnosis
Wound swab