Abstract:Skin tears are prevalent in the elderly population and frequently encountered in emergency and unscheduled care. This article describes how traditional management involving the use of adhesives strips is no longer recommended and seeks to educate the reader on current best practice. Risk factors and strategies for prevention are also discussed.
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