A patient with darkly pigmented skin is on bed rest and is being assessed for a possible stage 1 pressure injury.What datum about the area of concern will best help the nurse determine the correct staging assessment?
A) The skin will be slightly broken.
B) The skin color is darker than surrounding tissues.
C) The tissue is the same temperature as surrounding tissues.
D) The skin blanches easily.
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