Stage 1 pressure ulcer is described as what?

Stage 1 pressure ulcer is described as what?

• A. Skin intact, non-blanchable local redness
• B. Partial thickness skin loss
• C. Full-thickness tissue loss
• D. Full-thickness with exposed bone

Answer: (A)

Stage 1 is when the skin remains intact but shows localized non-blanchable redness. Non-blanchable means the redness does not fade when you press on it, signaling underlying tissue irritation from pressure without an actual break in the skin. This distinguishes it from later stages where the skin has started to break down and tissue loss occurs. In lighter skin you see redness; in darker skin tones you might notice color changes, warmth, or swelling instead. The focus now is on relieving pressure and protecting the area to prevent progression to deeper wounds.

Stage 1 is when the skin remains intact but shows localized non-blanchable redness. Non-blanchable means the redness does not fade when you press on it, signaling underlying tissue irritation from pressure without an actual break in the skin. This distinguishes it from later stages where the skin has started to break down and tissue loss occurs. In lighter skin you see redness; in darker skin tones you might notice color changes, warmth, or swelling instead. The focus now is on relieving pressure and protecting the area to prevent progression to deeper wounds.