Question

3.7 Stage 1 pressure ulcers are defined as:

Select one:
Skin that stays reddened with blistering
O b. Reddened skin still present 15-30 minutes after the pressure is removed
O c. Skin that is broken open
O d. Reddened skin returning to normal after the pressure is removed

Answer 1

Stage 1 pressure ulcers are defined as reddened skin that remains after pressure is removed for 15-30 minutes.

Step-by-step explanation:

3.7 Stage 1 pressure ulcers are defined as:

1. Reddened skin still present 15-30 minutes after the pressure is removed

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