Asked by Marilyn Fleming on May 09, 2024
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A _______________ is a localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue,usually over a bony prominence,as a result of pressure,or pressure in combination with shear and/or friction.
Localized Injury
An injury confined to a specific area of the body without affecting other regions.
Bony Prominence
Areas of the body where bone is close to the skin's surface, which are at higher risk of pressure sores and skin breakdown.
Shear
The action or force that causes an object or material to slide or move in a parallel direction relative to another layer.
- Comprehend the categorization and phases of pressure sores.
- Pinpoint the specific anatomical sites at risk for developing pressure ulcers and grasp the influencing risk determinants.
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Ceclia MaynardMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
pressure ulcer
A pressure ulcer is a localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue,usually over a bony prominence,as a result of pressure,or pressure in combination with shear and/or friction.
A pressure ulcer is a localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue,usually over a bony prominence,as a result of pressure,or pressure in combination with shear and/or friction.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the categorization and phases of pressure sores.
- Pinpoint the specific anatomical sites at risk for developing pressure ulcers and grasp the influencing risk determinants.
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