pressure ulcer en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- (Southern-England) audio
Meanings
- (qualifier:nursing) An ulcer caused by prolonged pressure on the skin as a person lies in a bed or sits in a chair or wheelchair; preventable with sufficient nursing care.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| pressure ulcers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
bedsore · decubitus ulcer · decubitus · pressure sore · pressure injury