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Pressure sores: assessing the risk

M Harrison

    Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
    |March 1, 1995
    PubMed
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    This project identified patients at risk of pressure sores in a medical ward. Findings empower nurses to request improved mattresses for better patient care and prevention.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical-Surgical Nursing
    • Patient Safety
    • Healthcare Management

    Background:

    • Pressure sores pose a significant risk to patient health and increase healthcare costs.
    • Effective prevention strategies require accurate patient risk assessment and adequate resources.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the prevalence of patients at risk for pressure sores within a medical admissions ward.
    • To evaluate the availability of resources for pressure sore prevention in the ward.

    Main Methods:

    • A project was undertaken to identify and count patients at risk of developing pressure sores.
    • The study considered the existing resources available for the prevention of pressure sores.

    Main Results:

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  • The project successfully identified patients requiring pressure sore prevention measures.
  • Data gathered provided nurses with crucial information regarding patient risk and resource limitations.

    • Conclusions:

    • The findings support the need for enhanced resources, specifically higher-quality mattresses, to effectively prevent pressure sores.
    • Empowered with data, ward nurses can advocate for necessary improvements in patient care equipment.