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Preventing Device-Related Pressure Ulcers

2011; Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Volume: 27; Issue: 1 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1097/ncq.0b013e31822b1fd9

1550-5065

Julie Apold, Diane Rydrych,

Diabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management

Data collected through Minnesota's mandatory statewide reporting system indicate that prevention of hospital-acquired pressure ulcers continues to be a challenge, particularly for patients who require the use of stabilization collars or other immobilizers, respiratory equipment, orthotics, and tubing. This article describes the process of identifying a pattern of device-related pressure ulcers through statewide pressure ulcer reports and developing a set of recommendations for prevention.