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The MOST serious problem that wrinkles in the bedclothes can cause?
Decubitus ulcers
The term bedsore is the common name for?
They are often called "pressure sores" or "pressure ulcers," and their medical name is "decubitus ulcers."
By what other names are bedsores known?
decubitus ulcers, pressure ulcers, or pressure sores
What is term for bedsores?
Bedsores are also called decubitus ulcers, pressure ulcers, or pressure sores
Decubitus ulcers may develop in clients who are?
incontinent, paralyzed, poorly nourished
What is another word use for bedsores?
Bedsores are also called decubitus ulcers, pressure ulcers, or pressure sores
What are five areas of the body to be examined for decubitus ulcers?
Decubitus ulcers are bedsores, and a sign of inexcusably bad nursing. They are mostly to be found on areas where there is little fat covering a bony prominence, such as: heels elbows sacrum hips I have never seen them in any other place.
What is another name for a decubitus ulcer?
Decubitus ulcers (also called pressure sores or bed sores) are chronic wounds ranging from mild inflammed patches to deep ulcers that can harbor infection) caused by prolonged pressure on them (or when the skin of the weight bearing part of the body is squeezed between the bone and with another part of the body or hard object).
How did the activity Visualizing Changes in the Skin Color Due to Continuous External Pressure relate to formation of decubitus ulcers?
First of all, if you are trying to change your skin color by visualizing changes because you feel external pressure, then you may be developing chronic stress. If you are so depressed that you do not get out of bed for days and remain in one position then you may get decubitus ulcers, otherwise they are not related.
Does lack of sleep cause ulcers?
Lack of sleep can be the cause of many things including ulcers. They have been known to cause both gastric ulcers and mouth ulcers.
What are the similarities and differences between a third degree burn and a third degree decubitus ulcer (Consider the cause tissues affected and treatments)?
Both third-degree burns and third-degree decubitus ulcers involve severe tissue damage, affecting the epidermis, dermis, and potentially deeper structures such as subcutaneous tissue. However, third-degree burns are typically caused by external factors like heat, chemicals, or electricity, while decubitus ulcers result from prolonged pressure on the skin, leading to ischemia and tissue necrosis. Treatment for third-degree burns often involves wound care, pain management, and possibly skin grafts, whereas management of decubitus ulcers focuses on pressure relief, wound care, and addressing underlying health issues to promote healing. Despite their different causes, both conditions require comprehensive medical intervention to prevent complications and facilitate recovery.
How did the activity visualizing change in skin color due to continuous external pressure relate to formation of decubitus ulcers?
The activity helped visualize how prolonged pressure on the skin can lead to reduced blood flow, causing damage to skin tissue. This is similar to how continuous external pressure can contribute to the formation of decubitus ulcers, as it disrupts the skin's blood supply and can eventually result in tissue damage and ulcer formation.
