nonblanchable erythema
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Introduction
Redness of skin surface that persists when pressure is applied. This suggests a non-vascular source for the erythema.
References[1][2] equate nonblanchable erythema with stage 1 pressure ulcer
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Vanderwee K et al Non-blanchable erythema as an indicator for the need for pressure ulcer prevention: a randomized-controlled trial. J Clin Nurs. 2007 Feb;16(2):325-35. PMID: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17239068
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Vanderwee K et al The reliability of two observation methods of nonblanchable erythema, Grade 1 pressure ulcer. Appl Nurs Res. 2006 Aug;19(3):156-62. PMID: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16877195