Pressure Ulcers

Question 1

Pressure Ulcers: Stage I

Answer 1

Persistant redness, alterations in skin temp., tissue consistency, sensation

Question 2

Pressure Ulcers: Stage II

Answer 2

Dermis with partial thickness loss, presents as a shallow open ulcer (dry/shiny), or appears as a blister

Question 3

Pressure Ulcers: Stage III

Answer 3

Full thickness tissue loss with subcutaneous fat visible

Question 4

Pressure Ulcers: Stage IV

Answer 4

Full thickness tissue loss with bone, tendon, and muscle visible/directly palpable, osteomyelitis is possible