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Ahmad Tubaishat¹, Denis Anthony, Mohammad Saleh

¹School of Nursing, Al albayt University, Mafraq, Jordan.

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|October 1, 2010

Summary

Pressure ulcer prevalence in Jordan is 12%, lower than international rates. However, inadequate prevention for at-risk patients highlights a critical need for increased awareness and improved care strategies in Jordan.

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Area of Science:

Healthcare Research
Clinical Nursing
Public Health

Background:

Pressure ulcers pose a significant challenge for hospitalized patients globally.
Limited research exists on pressure ulcer prevalence in the Arab world, particularly in Jordan.

Purpose of the Study:

To determine the prevalence rate of pressure ulcers among adult inpatients in Jordan.
To compare Jordanian pressure ulcer prevalence data with international findings using consistent methodologies.

Main Methods:

A cross-sectional survey was conducted using the European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP) data collection form.
Patient skin examinations classified ulcers using the EPUAP grading system and assessed risk with the Braden scale.
Data on preventive measures were collected from clinical records for adult inpatients, excluding emergency, day care, and maternity wards.

Main Results:

The overall pressure ulcer prevalence was 12% (7% excluding Grade I).
The sacrum and heel were the most frequently affected sites, with Grade I being the most common ulcer grade (44%).
Only 17% of patients identified as at risk received adequate preventive care.

Conclusions:

Jordan's pressure ulcer prevalence is lower than reported in many international studies using similar methods.
A significant gap exists in the provision of adequate preventive measures for at-risk patients.
Increased awareness and implementation of pressure ulcer prevention strategies are crucial in Jordan, potentially influenced by demographic factors like age and frailty.