Any open areas? Was this on admission? Was he limited mobility? Bed Rest? Diabetic? Peripheral Vascular Disease? What does it sound like is the cause of the dark red? What did he do for foot care at home? What do his shoes look like? (I know - I've been told I ask too many questions....I guess it's the RN and Sherlock Holmes in me :)
-----Original Message----- From: Charlene Kleman [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2004 1:51 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Staging wounds Hi everyone, How would you stage a heel based on this description?: 30% dk red 50% black 20% yellow dry calloused tissue on (R) heel 70% dk brown 30% yellow dry calloused tissue NOTICE: This confidential message/attachment contains information intended for a specific individual(s) purpose. Any inappropriate use, distribution or copying is strictly prohibited. If received in error, notify the sender and immediately delete this /---------------------------------------------------------- The Case Mix Discussion Group is a free service of the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators "Committed to the Assessment Professional" Be sure to visit the AANAC website. Accurate answers to your questions posted to NAC News and FAQs. For more info visit us at http://www.aanac.org -----------------------------------------------------------/ /---------------------------------------------------------- The Case Mix Discussion Group is a free service of the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators "Committed to the Assessment Professional" Be sure to visit the AANAC website. Accurate answers to your questions posted to NAC News and FAQs. For more info visit us at http://www.aanac.org -----------------------------------------------------------/
