In assessing the skin condition of an older adult patient, the nurse notes that, over the sacral area, there is a 2 cm * 3 cm area that is reddened, does not blanch around the perimeter, and is open at the center. The most effective documentation would be:

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Description of a pressure ulcer should be specific and give a visual picture of the area. Such documentation will be useful in calculating the Medicare reimbursement for the facility.

In Assessing the Skin Condition of an Older Adult Patient