Certified Hospice and Palliative Assistant (CHPNA) Practice Test

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What characterizes a stage II pressure ulcer?

Full-thickness loss of skin
Skin that is red and blistered
Presence of necrotic tissue
Unbroken skin with discoloration

The correct answer is: Skin that is red and blistered

A stage II pressure ulcer is characterized by partial thickness loss of skin that involves the epidermis and possibly the upper layer of the dermis. In this stage, the ulcer may present as a shallow open sore and can appear as a blister, with the skin either intact or ruptured. The area surrounding the ulcer may be red and irritated. The presence of blistering indicates that the skin is not fully intact, which aligns with the description of stage II. The other choices describe characteristics associated with different stages of pressure ulcers. Full-thickness loss of skin refers to stage III and IV ulcers, where deeper tissue involvement occurs. Necrotic tissue, or dead tissue, indicates more advanced stages of pressure ulcers as well. Unbroken skin with discoloration typically suggests a stage I ulcer, which is characterized by non-blanchable redness. Understanding these distinctions helps in the proper identification and treatment of pressure ulcers.