Guest guest Posted July 25, 2002 Report Share Posted July 25, 2002 Bed Sores ( also known as decubitus ulcers or pressure sores ) develop through 4 stages. Notify your medical practitioner and nursing staff if you notice any of the following: Stage 1. You will notice redness of the intact skin. The skin is unbroken, but inflamed and may be painful and warm to the touch. You might also notice the skin's texture may be spongy or firm. Stage 2: Here you will see the first sign of skin breakdown and partial skin loss. It will look like an abrasion, blister or shallow crater. The outer layer of the skin is broken, red and painful. Surrounding tissue may be pale, red or swollen. Stages 3 and 4 result in ulcer production. The skin has broken down and there is extensive destruction or damage to the underlying muscle, bone or supporting structures. Ulcers are extremely difficult to heal and may take many months for complete repair. Anything that can prevent the development of an ulcer should be considered seriously. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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