UPSC-CMS 2022 — General Medicine

Q: Among the following sites, which is the most common location for development of pressure sores in debilitated patients?

heel. Heel - The heels are a common location due to the localized pressure, especially in supine or chair-bound individuals, and are a high-risk area for developing pressure ulcers because they often bear a significant portion of body weight. [1] - The bone prominence and lack of subcutaneous fat make the skin over the heel particularly vulnerable to ischemia and tissue damage from sustained pressure. [1] Greater trochanter - The greater trochanter is a common site for pressure sore development, especially in individuals positioned in a lateral recumbent position. - However, it typically ranks second or third after the sacrum and heels in overall incidence for most debilitated patients. Ischium - The ischium is a high-risk area for pressure sores, particularly in patients who spend prolonged periods sitting. - While significant in seated patients, it is not the most common site generally across all debilitated patients and various positions. Occiput - The occiput is a risk area for pressure sores, especially in patients who are critically ill, intubated, or lying supine for extended periods. - While it is a significant concern for certain patient populations, it is generally less common than the heels or sacrum for pressure ulcer development in the broad category of debilitated patients. [Practice more General Medicine PYQs on OnCourse]

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Among the following sites, which is the most common location for development of pressure sores in debilitated patients?