Review of literature: Prevention Pressure Ulcer

Review of literature: Prevention Pressure Ulcer
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Chou, R., Dana, T., Bougatsos, C., Blazina, I., Starmer, A. J., Reitel, K., & Buckley, D. I. (2013). Pressure Ulcer Risk Assessment and Prevention. Annals Of Internal Medicine, 159(1), 28-38.
The authors evaluate pressure ulcer prevention and risks assessment instruments, while also comparing effectiveness of various interventions. The review focuses on randomized trials and observation studies on risk assessment and interventions. Static advances surfaces appear to reduce the incidences of pressure ulcers in comparison to standard mattresses. Use of formal risk assessment tools facilitates pressure ulcer development, but there is still need to conduct more robust studies comparing various interventions and there applications in evidence based practice.
Dini, V., Bertone, M., & Romanelli, M. (2006). Prevention and management of pressure ulcers. Dermatologic Therapy, 19(6), 356-364. doi:10.1111/j.1529-8019.2006.00094.x
Article evaluates management and prevention of pressure ulcers for the elderly population as the health problem is burdening to healthcare systems. The authors note that poor nutrition and limited mobility place the elderly at higher risk of pressure ulcers. Since preventive measures are effective in reducing rates of pressure ulcers, it is necessary to use appropriate strategies that meet patient requirements. Furthermore, there is a need for prevention guidelines to streamline efforts towards preventing pressure ulcers.
Garber, S. L., Rintala, D. H., Holmes, S. A., Rodriguez, G. P., & Freidman, J. (2002). A structured educational model to improve pressure ulcer prevention knowledge in veterans with spinal cord dysfunction. Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, 39(5), 575-88.
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