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pressure ulcer is localized damage to the skin and/or underlying tissue
true
false
there are 5 stages of pressure ulcer?
true
false
sores are not open wound, the skin may be painful, but it has no breaks or tears. which stage of pressure ulcer describe that?
stage 2
stage 3
stage 4
stage 1
stage 3 of pressure ulcer extends into the muscle and bone?
true
false
all of the following are considered risk factor for pressure ulcer, except:
elderly
surgery patient
patient with DM
patient with diarrhea
What stage pressure ulcer is identified as full thickness tissue loss, slough and/or eschar may be visible, you cannot identify bone, tendon or muscle. Granulation and epibole may be present.
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Stage IV
Stage I pressure ulcer includes which of the following?
full thickness tissue loss
exposed bone, tendon and/or muscle
non-blanchable erythema of intact skin
unstageable
To prevent bed sores, ___________
Don't move the patient at all
Actively move and turn the patient
Place the patient sitting upright in a chair
Which prevention method for bed sores is incorrect?
Use pillows to support spots where the patient is prone to bed sores
Use moisturizer every day
Do not use soft material when washing
Avoid using strong soaps
Which stage does not include open sores?
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Stage 4
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