Asked by Christian Cooper on Apr 26, 2024
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Patients are at risk for developing pressure ulcers on which areas of the body? (Select all that apply. )
A) Coccyx
B) Nares
C) Ears
D) Genitalia
Coccyx
The small bone at the base of the spine, commonly referred to as the tailbone, which consists of three to five fused vertebrae.
Nares
The nostrils or the external openings of the nasal cavity through which air enters and exits the nose.
Genitalia
The external and internal organs of the reproductive system in both males and females.
- Identify the anatomical locations prone to pressure ulcers and understand the risk factors.
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Reagan WyattApr 28, 2024
Final Answer :
A,B,C,D
Explanation :
The most common sites of pressure ulcers are the sacrum,coccyx,ischial tuberosities,greater trochanters,elbows,heels,scapulas,iliac crests,and lateral and medial malleoli (Pieper,2007).Pressure ulcers can occur on any area of skin subjected to pressure.Nonbony locations in which pressure ulcers can occur include the nares,usually related to pressure caused by nasogastric (NG)tubes or oxygen cannulas;the ears,resulting from an oxygen cannula;and the genitalia,with ulcers resulting from Foley catheter tension.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the anatomical locations prone to pressure ulcers and understand the risk factors.
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