Template:Decubitus Stage 2 Details
Template to make sure extra information is consistent for the Category:Decubitus ulcer diagnoses corresponding to the template name.
Stage 2 Ulcer
- Partial thickness loss of dermis presenting as a shallow open ulcer with a red pink wound bed, without slough.
- involves dermis and epidermis
- May also present as an intact or ruptured serum filled blister
Excludes
- excoriation from skin irritation, shearing or skin tears, unless they progress to a documented Stage II pressure ulcer, this can be difficult to know when this happens, so use best clinical judgment based on documentation.
Other decubitus options for this Stage:
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