Asked by Ky’Ree Tihoe on Jul 14, 2024
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A patient has an area of nonblanchable erythema on his coccyx.The nurse has determined this to be a stage I pressure ulcer.What would be the most important treatment for this patient?
A) Transparent film dressing
B) Sheet hydrogel
C) Frequent turn schedule
D) Enzymatic debridement
Nonblanchable Erythema
A redness of the skin that does not turn white (blanch) when pressed, often an early indicator of pressure ulcers.
Pressure Ulcer
A localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue, typically over a bony prominence, as a result of pressure or pressure in combination with shear.
Transparent Film
A clear, thin sheet of material often used for covering wounds to provide a protective barrier against infection.
- Describe the stages of pressure ulcers and appropriate interventions.
- Understand the principles and applications of heat and cold therapy in wound management.
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the stages of pressure ulcers and appropriate interventions.
- Understand the principles and applications of heat and cold therapy in wound management.
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