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This document defines key terms related to pressure ulcers such as bony prominences, shear, and friction. It explains that pressure ulcers are caused by unrelieved pressure that damages underlying tissues and lists contributing factors such as shear and friction. Persons at risk include those who are bedbound or chairbound, have impaired mobility, or have other health issues. The stages of pressure ulcers are described from initial skin discoloration to open wounds. Prevention focuses on reducing pressure and proper skin care while treatment includes wound care and pressure-reducing devices.
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- 1. Pressure Ulcers – Symptoms, Assessment and Documentation Pressure ulcers are painful and distressing. Accurate assessment and clear documentation could make immediate care and treatment possible. WoundWizard® 941 McLean Avenue, Suite 387 Yonkers, NY 10704
- 2. www.woundemr.com 855-968-6394 Pressure ulcers or bed sores are damages to the skin and underlying tissue caused by staying in one position for too long. This condition is common among elderly people, those who use a wheelchair or stay in bed for a long time, who cannot move certain parts of their body without help, have a disease that affects blood flow, including diabetes or vascular disease, have Alzheimer’s disease or some other condition that affects their mental state, have fragile skin, cannot control their bladder or bowels, or do not get enough nutrition. Pressure ulcers are very painful and can affect any area of the body; they are more common in places where the bones are close to the skin. The most common places are elbows, hips, heels, ankles, shoulders, back, buttocks and back of the head. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) reports that more than 2.5 million people in the United States develop pressure ulcers every year. These ulcers can develop very quickly, and may take less than an hour to develop in people who are at high risk.
- 3. www.woundemr.com 855-968-6394 What Do Pressure Ulcers Look Like? Pressure ulcers look different, depending on how severe they are. They can be classified into stages. Stage I - The affected area of the skin appears red in fair- complexioned people, and purple or blue in people with a darker complexion. This discolored patch does not turn white when pressed. This is an indication that a pressure ulcer is forming. The skin may be warm or cool, firm or soft. Stage II - At this stage, the skin is broken and leaves an open wound, or looks like a pus-filled blister. The area is swollen, warm, or red. The sore may ooze clear fluid or pus. Stage III - The sore looks like a crater at this stage, and may have a bad odor. It may show signs of infection such as red edges, pus, odor, heat, or drainage. The tissue in or around the sore is black if it has died. Stage IV - At this stage, the sore is deep and big and there is damage to muscle or bone underneath. Other types of pressure sores that don't fit into these stages include:
- 4. www.woundemr.com 855-968-6394 Unstageable - Pressure sores covered in dead skin that is yellow, tan, green, or brown. The dead skin makes it hard to tell how deep the sore is. Suspected deep tissue injury - These include sores that develop in the tissue deep below the skin. The area may be dark purple or maroon. There may be a blood-filled blister under the skin. Early–stage pressure sores often heal well with timely and appropriate treatment. However, prevention of bedsores is easier than treating them. Assessment and Documentation of Pressure Ulcers A head-to-toe inspection of the skin must be done on admission and at least daily. Things to be assessed include color of the skin, temperature of the skin, skin texture/ elasticity, skin integrity, and moisture status. The assessment should focus on high-risk areas such as bony prominences, and areas of redness.
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