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Pediatric pressure ulcer prevalence--one hospital's experience

Marilu Dixon1, Catherine Ratliff

  • 1University of Virginia Health System, PO Box 801424, Charlottesville, VA 22908, USA. MD2G@hscmail.mcc.virginia.edu

Ostomy/Wound Management
|July 15, 2005
PubMed

Insights

Pediatric pressure ulcers are uncommon, with prevalence studies showing 3-4% occurrence in hospitalized children. Findings support implementing risk assessment tools and continuous monitoring for pediatric pressure ulcer prevention.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Wound Care
  • Hospital Epidemiology

Background:

  • Pressure ulcers in children are considered rare and lack extensive research.
  • Understanding the prevalence of pediatric pressure ulcers is crucial for effective prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of pressure ulcers in hospitalized children across various pediatric units.
  • To establish baseline data for implementing targeted prevention and management interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Two cross-sectional prevalence studies were conducted in June 2003 and June 2004 at a children's hospital.
  • All hospitalized children on five pediatric units (NICU, PICU, general acute care, rehabilitation) were examined.
  • Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the collected data.

Main Results:

  • In June 2003, 2 out of 77 patients (3%) had a pressure ulcer.
  • In June 2004, 3 out of 79 patients (4%) had a pressure ulcer.
  • These prevalence rates are comparable to findings from multisite studies.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric pressure ulcer prevalence appears to be low but warrants ongoing monitoring.
  • Implementation of a pediatric pressure ulcer risk assessment tool is a priority outcome.
  • Education for healthcare professionals and continuous prevalence monitoring are recommended.

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