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Bed Sores Wounds - pictures of decubitus ulcer stages
To give you an idea of the pressure ulcer (decubitus)
problem, we would like to give you some basic information on this topic.
Ulcer Classification
| National
Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) - For pressure ulcers
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initial inspection, the depth of a pressure sore also is indicated
by staging. Stage is indicated by nothing the deepest layer of
exposed tissue.
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I
Nonblanchable
erythema of intact skin heralding lesion of skin ulceration. In
individuals with darker skin, discoloration of the skin, warmth,
edema, induration or hardness may be indicators.
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II
Partial thickness
skin loss involving epidermis, dermis, or both. The ulcer is superficial
and presents clinically as an abrasion, blister, or shallow center.
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III
Full thickness
skin loss involving damage to or necrosis of subcutaneous tissue
that may extend down to, but not through underlying fascia. The
ulcer presents clinically as deep crater with or without undermining
of adjacent tissue.
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IV
Full thickness
skin loss with extensive destruction, tissue necrosis, or damage
to muscle, bone, or supporting structures (e.g, tendon, joint
capsule). Undermining and sinus tracts also may be associated
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