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What is the icd9 code for benign skin lesion excision from the lip?
216.0
Is fecal incontinence life threatening in old people?
The biggest risk is if the person is wheelchair bound or bedbound. Fecal incontinence can lead to skin breakdown, leading to decubitus ulcer(s) of the skin.
What is icd9 code for soft tissue mass of foot?
Not knowing if it's benign or malignant, the best code would be 239.2 for a neoplasm of unspecified nature affecting the bone, soft tissue, or skin.
Common causes of skin breakdown?
In my expereince, skin breakdown is caused by the sweat that developes during the wearing of a cast Hope this helps!
If the patient has a new area of skin breakdown in the nurses come in two days you do not need to report the skin breakdown to your supervisor?
False
What is the first sign of skin breakdown?
pale, white, reddened, or purple skin
Why do body fluids increase the risk for skin breakdown?
Body fluids increase the risk for skin breakdown as they supply essential nutrients to the skin. In the event the blood pressure flow decreases to the skin, the skin padding will deteriorate and this can cause its breakdown.
Breakdown of the skin around a surgical wound is?
Dehiscence
What is the Code for biopsy of mole on skin?
what is the code biopsy for mole on skin
How friction can cause skin breakdown?
Friction between the skin's surface and another object can lead to skin breakdown by causing damage to the outer layers of the skin through repetitive rubbing or pressure. This can lead to irritation, redness, and eventually the breakdown of the skin's protective barrier, making it more susceptible to injury and infection. In vulnerable individuals, such as those with limited mobility or sensory perception, friction can contribute to the development of pressure ulcers or bedsores.
What is the diagnosis code for annual skin check?
diagnosis code for skin check
What is skin integrity affected by?
poor fluid and diet intake disease or infection shearing/friction from dragging on bed linen poor person hygiene incontinence
