stage 4 pressure injury \ Flashcards

1
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describe stage 4 pressure injury

A

Full-thickness skin loss with exposed or palpable
fascia, muscle, tendon, ligament, cartilage, or bone

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2
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what may a stage 4 pressure injury have

A

eschar– dead tissue
slough

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3
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what may be present on a stage 4 pressure injury

A

Rolled edges, undermining, or tunneling may be
present

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