9 Questions
What is the main cause of pressure ulcers?
Long-term pressure
Who is most at risk of developing pressure ulcers?
Elderly individuals
What is shear in relation to pressure ulcers?
Pulling on blood vessels
What can increase the risk of pressure ulcer development?
Skin tolerance for pressure and shear
Which of the following is a common name for pressure ulcers?
Bed sores
What is the primary cause of pressure ulcers?
Long-term pressure
Which of the following is NOT a common site for pressure ulcers?
Chest
Who is most at risk of developing pressure ulcers?
Elderly individuals
What can increase the risk of pressure ulcer development?
Frequent repositioning
Study Notes
Pressure Ulcers
- The primary cause of pressure ulcers is prolonged pressure on a specific area of the skin, which reduces blood flow and leads to tissue damage.
Risk Factors
- Individuals most at risk of developing pressure ulcers include those who are immobile, elderly, or have underlying medical conditions that affect circulation or sensation.
- Factors that increase the risk of pressure ulcer development include:
- Immobility or limited mobility
- Poor nutrition
- Incontinence
- Diabetes
- Circulatory problems
- Advanced age
Shear and Pressure Ulcers
- Shear, in the context of pressure ulcers, refers to the deformation or distortion of skin and underlying tissues due to prolonged pressure, leading to tissue damage.
Common Names and Sites
- A common name for pressure ulcers is bedsores.
- Common sites for pressure ulcers include:
- Sacrum
- Hips
- Ankles
- Elbows
- Heels
- The face is NOT a common site for pressure ulcers.
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