Recently, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility was cited by for pressure ulcer development. Records, as well as observations of the facility’s residents, identified a significant number of newly ...

Risk assessment is the first step in pressure ulcer prevention to identify patients most at risk, plan and implement interventions, and ensure resources are used appropriately. A risk assessment ...

Why: Pressure ulcers are serious problems that occur frequently in hospitalized, community-dwelling and nursing home older adults, accounting for 3-11% in acute facilities, and 24% in long-term ...

October 7, 2008 — Editor's note: Presentations regarding pressure ulcers at the National Conference of Gerontological Nurse Practitioners (NCGNP), held from September 25 to 27 in St. Louis, Missouri, ...

The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel redefined the definition of a pressure ulcer and the stages of pressure ulcers in 2007, including the original 4 stages and adding 2 stages on deep tissue ...

Clinicians may have difficulty in determining if a wound is truly a pressure ulcer. It is essential to not only assess the wound, but also perform a complete skin assessment and obtain a history. To ...

Pressure ulcers, also known as pressure injuries, represent a significant clinical challenge that affects patient well‐being and places substantial demands on healthcare resources worldwide. These ...

Almost 700,000 people in the UK are affected by pressure ulcers every year, making this global issue a substantial concern for health professionals and care units worldwide. Pressure ulcers are ...

Pressure ulcers, also referred to as pressure sores or bed sores, are injuries that occur because of prolonged pressure on the skin. These injuries typically present on areas of the skin over the bony ...

The global market for decubitus ulcer treatment products market is poised for substantial growth, with anticipated demand reaching USD 4,989.4 million in 2023 and projected to grow at a compound ...