15. Purple or very dark areas that are surrounded by
profound redness, edema, or induration suggest that
deep tissue damage has already occurred and
additional deep tissue loss may occur.
16. The deepest level of tissue must be
visible in order to stage a pressure
wound.
72. Pros: Come in all shapes, sizes, and thicknesses
Cons: Must be applied correctly or will roll—choose
appropriate size, thickness for location of wound
74. Pros: Hydrogel pads are great
for burns, can be very soothing
Hydrogels come in all forms
Cons: Can be difficult to find
and can be costly depending on
brand
77. Highly absorptive fiber layers such as cellulose, cotton or
rayon
Pros: Non-adherent, easy to use, absorbent
Cons: May be costly
79. Pros: Lots to choose from, provides moist
environment, effective with
hypergranulation
Cons: Can be expensive if exudate
requires daily changes