Repositioning For Pressure Ulcers | Pressure Ulcers Prevention - Wound Care Surgeons

Repositioning For Pressure Ulcers
1. Pressure Ulcers
Localized injury to the skin/tissue
Occurs over bony prominences such as hip, heels, elbows
Caused by continuous pressure rubbing or friction

2. Who is at Risk?
Those who are:
Immobile
Physically inactive
Elderly

3. How to Prevent
Nutritional care
Wound & Skin care
Repositioning

Repositioning For Pressure Ulcers

Reposition every 2-3 hours
30 degree supine tilt position is optimal
Utilize alternating pressure air mattress (APAM)
Use your professional Judgment

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