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Perineal dermatitis or pressure ulcer: How can you tell?

Authors :
Zulkowski, Karen
Ratliff, Catherine
Source :
Nursing. Dec, 2006, Vol. 36 Issue 12, 22-23
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

Perineal dermatitis and early signs of pressure ulcer can both appear as nonblanchable redness around the coccyx and both conditions can occur simultaneously. Reviewing of the clinical evidence such as the location of the skin breakdown and symptoms is important in the correct diagnosis, which is crucial to treating the condition promptly and appropriately.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03604039
Volume :
36
Issue :
12
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Nursing
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.158002729