Using the Nursing process to explain pathophysiology and causes of pressure ulcers and burns. Include assessment data (Signs/symptoms) and nursing care with rationale for the care

The first step in the nursing process is an assessment, when dealing with skin care a full skin check as well as specific pressure sore evaluation is beneficial. As a nurse doing the pressure ulcer risk assessment its actually the first step in pressure ulcer prevention because the nursing staff will use it to gather information needed to identify who is at risk for developing a pressure ulcer, for the purpose of planning effective prevention interventions. The system that is commonly used is the Braden scale which indicates how much of a risk a specific patient is and allows the staff to institute...