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USMLE · Question #127
Which of the following matches the definition: A full thickness skin loss involving damage or necrosis of subcutaneous tissue that may extend down to but not through underlying fascia, infection…
The correct answer is C. Stage III wound. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.
Question
Which of the following matches the definition: A full thickness skin loss involving damage or necrosis of subcutaneous tissue that may extend down to but not through underlying fascia, infection and/or necrosis may be present?
Options
- AStage I wound
- BStage II wound
- CStage III wound
- DStage IV wound
How the community answered
(21 responses)- A10% (2)
- B5% (1)
- C81% (17)
- D5% (1)
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