Which stage of a pressure sore is exhibited by deeply ulcerated tissue, exposing muscle and bone?
A) I
B) II
C) III
D) IV
D
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Stage IV occurs when the tissue is deeply ulcerated, exposing muscle and bones. Stage III pressure sores are those in which the superficial impairment progresses to a shallow crater that extends to the subcutaneous tissue. Stage I pressure sores are characterized by redness of the skin. Stage II pressure sores are red and accompanied by blistering and a shallow break in the skin.
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