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The Skin

... references do not consider it as a component of the skin. Instead, they ... Characteristics of the Aging Skin. Advances in wound care. 2013;volume 2(1): ...

Skin Tears - Introduction and Assessment

... Elderly (>75 years): with aging, the skin suffers changes such as

Skin Tears - Treatment and Prevention

... Topic on skin tear management and prevention, with a concise algorithm which can be used at the point-of-care

Skin Failure - Introduction and Assessment

This topic provides decision support on identification of manifestations of skin failure such as Kennedy terminal ulcers (KTU), Skin Changes At Life's End ...

Atypical Ulcers

Wound Characteristics. Wound size, depth, tissue, exudate, odor, and periwound skin should be assessed. If infection is suspected a wound specimen is needed ...

Venous Ulcers - Treatment and Prevention

See topic "How to Select Adequate Compression Therapy Pressure Levels and Products" and topic "Compression Brands Quick Reference"; Check patient's adherence.

Lymphedema - Treatment and Emerging Strategies for Prevention

[9] Consists in less frequent changes of lymphedema compression bandaging (e.g., 3 times a week as opposed to daily), skin/nail care, exercise, lymphatic ...

Pressure Ulcers/Injuries - Introduction and Assessment

... characteristics when assessing infection: skin heat, skin tenderness, change in tissue consistency, and pain. ... Reference, Inc. give any guarantee as to ...

Pressure Ulcers/Injuries - Prevention

Skin turgor: abnormal turgor may indicate aged skin, dehydration, connective tissue disease. ... Reference, Inc. give any guarantee as to the accuracy of ...

Venous ulcers - Introduction and Assessment

The surrounding skin is red and taut. Some arterial ulcers are pale; others may have a black or yellow eschar. See topic "Arterial Ulcer - Introduction and ...

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