The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel redefined the definition of a pressure ulcer and the stages of pressure ulcers in 2007, including the original 4 stages and adding 2 stages on deep tissue ...

and Dry Skin Assessment of Pressure Ulcers and Skin Tears Conclusion References Description of Pressure Sores, Skin Tears, and Dry Skin A pressure ulcer is defined as a soft tissue necrotic area ...

What is a pressure ulcer or bedsore? A pressure ulcer, or bedsore, is an area of skin - and sometimes also the tissue underneath - that has become damaged because of pressure. An ulcer may develop ...