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Pressure Ulcers in Nursing
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What is the result of pressure ulcers on the skin and underlying tissue?

  • Injury over a bony prominence (correct)
  • Injury over a soft tissue prominence
  • Injury over a muscular prominence
  • Injury over a cartilaginous prominence

    • What is the term for the bright red flush that appears after pressure is relieved?

  • Hypoxia
  • Reactive hyperemia (correct)
  • Ischemia
  • Vasodilation

    • How long does reactive hyperemia usually last?

  • Three quarters to one half as long as the duration of impeded blood flow
  • One half to three quarters as long as the duration of impeded blood flow (correct)
  • Equal to the duration of impeded blood flow
  • Twice as long as the duration of impeded blood flow

    • What occurs when a client assumes a sitting position in bed?

    <p>Shearing force occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is friction in the context of pressure ulcers?

    <p>A force acting parallel to the skin surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a risk factor for pressure ulcers?

    <p>Anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is immobility in the context of pressure ulcers?

    <p>A reduction in the amount and control of movement a person has</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for pressure ulcers that are also called decubitus ulcers or bedsores?

    <p>Pressure ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the skin after it has been compressed?

    <p>It appears pale</p> Signup and view all the answers

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