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Improving pressure ulcer care through designer education.
Menna Lloyd Jones1, Trudie Young, Peter Liptrot
1Tissue Viability, North West Wales NHS Trust, Dolgellau.
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|November 1, 2003
Summary
A new education program significantly improved nurses' knowledge and management skills for preventing and treating pressure ulcers. This initiative highlights the success of collaborative efforts in enhancing patient care and tissue viability.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Management
- Medical Education
Background:
- A 2001 audit revealed significant gaps in staff knowledge and care practices for pressure ulcer prevention and management within an acute hospital setting.
- Deficiencies identified included inadequate understanding and application of established guidelines for pressure ulceration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address identified educational and service needs in pressure ulcer prevention and management.
- To develop and evaluate an integrated diploma- and degree-level education program for healthcare professionals.
Main Methods:
- A specifically designed education program was developed, incorporating theoretical knowledge and practical skills assessment.
- Pre- and post-course questionnaires assessed theoretical knowledge, while practical assessments evaluated guideline implementation for pressure ulcer prevention and management.
Main Results:
- The education program resulted in a measurable increase in nurses' theoretical knowledge regarding pressure ulcer prevention and management.
- Post-program assessments indicated improved implementation of pressure ulcer prevention and management guidelines.
Conclusions:
- The integrated education program was successful in enhancing nurses' knowledge and skills in pressure ulcer prevention and management.
- Collaborative support from hospital management, tissue viability nurses, and nurse educators was crucial for the initiative's success.