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The Application Effect of Modified Pressure-Reducing Fixation Protective Nasal Strip in the Nursing Care of Patients
Ying Zhou1, Xuting He1, Jianying Sang1
1Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Wuxi Ninth People's Hospital, Wuxi 214000, China.
Objective:
To evaluate the efficacy of a modified pressure-reducing fixation protective nasal strip in preventing device-related pressure injuries and improving nursing outcomes in patients undergoing high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) therapy.
Methods:
This study included 60 patients receiving HFNC therapy from January 2024 to September 2024. Participants were randomly divided into an observation group (n = 30), which used the modified decompression fixation protective nasal strip, and a control group (n = 30), which underwent standard care with hydrocolloid dressing protection. The study compared general demographic data, the interval between fixation strap changes, frequency of catheter position adjustments, skin management effectiveness (Braden score), number of ineffective oxygenation attempts, incidence of adverse events, and patient comfort scores.
Results:
The 2groups were comparable in baseline characteristics (p > 0.05). The observation group showed longer intervals between fixation strap changes, fewer catheter position adjustments, fewer ineffective oxygenation attempts, and a lower incidence of adverse events relative to the control group (p < 0.05). Furthermore, the observation group had significantly higher Braden scores and comfort levels than those in the control group (p < 0.05).
Conclusion:
The modified pressure-reducing fixation protective nasal strip is effective in reducing device-related complications and enhancing patient comfort during HFNC therapy.
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