During which stage of pressure ulcer development does the ulcer
extend into the underlying structures, including the muscle and
possibly the bone?
a) Stage IV
A stage IV pressure ulcer extends into the underlying structure,
including the muscle and possibly the bone.
b) Stage III
A stage III ulcer extends into the subcutaneous tissue.
c) Stage II
A stage II ulcer exhibits a break in the skin through the epidermis or
dermis.
d) Stage I
A stage I pressure ulcer is an area of nonblanchable erythema, tissue
swelling, and congestion, and the patient complains of discomfort.
extend into the underlying structures, including the muscle and
possibly the bone?
a) Stage IV
A stage IV pressure ulcer extends into the underlying structure,
including the muscle and possibly the bone.
b) Stage III
A stage III ulcer extends into the subcutaneous tissue.
c) Stage II
A stage II ulcer exhibits a break in the skin through the epidermis or
dermis.
d) Stage I
A stage I pressure ulcer is an area of nonblanchable erythema, tissue
swelling, and congestion, and the patient complains of discomfort.