
The Senior Pressure Ulcer Foot was specifically designed to teach the cleaning and care of pressure ulcers at various stages, especially in older people who frequently suffer from such conditions. Pressure ulcers usually develop at pressure points on the body, such as the heels , tips of the toes , or between the toes , especially where bones protrude and regularly press against socks , shoes , or bedsheets .
This model demonstrates all four stages of a pressure ulcer, making it an extremely valuable tool for training wound care professionals. It enables hands-on training in the effective treatment and care of pressure ulcers and helps learn proper technique.
The four stages of pressure ulcers:
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Stage I:
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Location: On the underside of the toe
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Characteristics: The skin surface is reddened , this is the first and least damage to the skin.
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Stage II:
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Location: On the bottom of the foot, below the toe
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Characteristics: The surface is red and the damage extends deeper into the skin layers, indicating a moderate skin injury .
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Stage III:
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Location: On the side of the foot
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Characteristics: The skin surface is red , the damage has a crater-like appearance and extends into the deepest layers of the skin , indicating more serious damage.
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Stage IV:
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Location: On the heel
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Characteristics: The skin is red , a large amount of tissue is damaged , including muscle , bone , joint and ligaments , indicating severe and deep wound damage .
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Special features:
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Realistic representation of the four stages of pressure ulcers for effective training of nurses.
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Anatomical details: Shows different stages of skin and tissue damage at the pressure points of a foot, allowing for practical practice in wound care.
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Practical Application: Provides valuable education on proper care of pressure ulcers , especially in elderly patients who are prone to such injuries.
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Easy to understand and manage for training purposes, both for beginners and advanced learners.
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Manufacturer:
Erler-Zimmer GmbH & Co. KG
Hauptstrasse 27
77886 Lauf
Deutschland
Tel: +49 07841 / 67191-0
Email: info@erler-zimmer.de
VAT ID number: Achtung! Medizinisches Ausbildungsmaterial, kein Spielzeug. Nicht geeignet für Personen unter 14 Jahren. Attention! Medical training material, not a toy. Not suitable for persons under 14 years of age.