Pressure ulcers

Question 1

Percent of pressure ulcers on the lower body, pelvic area and legs.

Answer 1

95% lower body
65% pelvic area
30% legs

Question 2

4 atages of ulcer

Answer 2

1- redness
2- epidermis and dermis
3- subc fat
4- Muscle; bone, tendon or joint capsule.

Question 3

tx

Answer 3

Normal saline rather than povidone iodine or peroxide is best.
Transparent films for stage 2 ulcers.