Nursing care plans related to disorders and conditions affecting the skin (integumentary system).
A wound is any damage to the skin, tissues, or organs. Compromised integrity of the skin, mucous membranes, or organs can result in a wound and infection. Wounds may be acute or chronic as well as closed (under the skin’s surface, such as with hematomas) or open, where the skin is broken, and tissue may … Read more
Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection. It appears as a reddened, swollen area and is usually easily diagnosable through inspection. Cellulitis can occur from a simple break in the skin, allowing bacteria to enter. Overview Common causes include: Patients are more at risk for cellulitis when they are overweight, have chronic swelling (lymphedema), or have … Read more
Pressure ulcers, also known as decubitus ulcers, pressure injuries, or bedsores, are a type of skin breakdown that occurs due to continuous pressure disrupting blood flow and oxygenation to the tissues. This leads to poor tissue perfusion, tissue death, ulcerations, and necrosis. Overview Pressure ulcers typically occur at the site of bony prominences, such as … Read more