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While bathing a resident who uses a wheelchair, the nurse aide notices redness over the ischial area. What does this finding mean?
- A.It is normal and needs no action
- B.It may be an early sign of pressure damage
- C.It means the skin is healing well
- D.It only matters if there is an open sore
Correct answer
B. It may be an early sign of pressure damage
Why
Redness over a bony sitting area like the ischium can be an early warning of pressure injury, especially if it does not fade after pressure is removed. It should be reported and pressure should be relieved, not ignored until a sore opens.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Skin Care: Pressure Injury Prevention · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-092).