Pressure ulcer management in the neurologically impaired patient

Wounds, such as pressure ulcers, are frequent complications of neurologic disorders. Recently, many new products have been developed to assist nursing service personnel in the prevention and management of problems of impaired skin integrity. This article reviews the physiology of wound healing, nursing assessment of risk factors, and pressure ulcer status. In addition, specific nursing interventions will be discussed as they relate to pressure ulcer management in the neurologically impaired patient.