The nurse observes that the patient has developed a small pressure ulcer on the back of their right arm. It appears as a blister that seems to include the superficial layers of skin. What stage of pressure ulcer would this wound be classified as?
A)Stage I
B)Stage II
C)Stage III
D)Stage IV

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This type of wound would be classified as a stage II pressure ulcer, according to the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel. A stage II pressure ulcer may appear as an abrasion or a blister and typically involves the layers of the epidermis and/or dermis. It is considered a superficial wound that does not involve surrounding tissue, unlike stages III or IV.

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