Geriatrics and Rehabilitation – Essential Knowledge for Healthy Aging

Where do pressure ulcers most often develop?

32%

Correct Incorrect High-risk areas: ① Sacrum (70% of cases) ② Heels ③ Greater trochanters. Caused by prolonged pressure >32 mmHg. Reposition every 2 hours.

Where do pressure ulcers most often develop?

Face
Hands
Sacrum/coccyx
Knees

32%