Study 59 Disorders of WBC and Lymphoid Tissue flashcards from Katie C. on StudyBlue. Study 59 Disorders of WBC and Lymphoid Tissue flashcards from Katie C. on StudyBlue.
Bedsores â also called pressure ulcers and decubitus ulcers â are injuries to skin and underlying tissue resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin. Bedsores most often develop on skin that covers bony areas of the body, such as the heels, ankles, hips and tailbone. People most at risk of bedsores are those with a medical condition that limits their ability to change positions or those who spend most of their time in a bed or chair.
Decubitus Ulcer - staging, symptoms and treatment. Decubitus Ulcer - An erosion in the SKIN that results from the pressure of remaining in one position for an extended period of time, commonly called a bedsore or pressure sore.