When discussing stage 3 pressure ulcers with the student nurse, which description would the staff nurse include?

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Stage 3 pressure ulcers are full-thickness wounds that extend into the subcutaneous tissue but do not extend through the fascia to muscle, bone, or connective tissue. There may be undermining or tunneling present in the wound. Stage 4 pressure ulcers involve exposure of muscle, bone, or connective tissue such as tendons or cartilage. Stage 2 pressure ulcers are partial-thickness wounds that involve the epidermis and/or dermis.

When Discussing Stage 3 Pressure Ulcers with the Student Nurse