Reducing Decubitus Ulcers In Hospitals. How One Facility Managed To Reduce Hospital-Acquired Wounds By 63%
Texas Arlington Memorial Hospital was recently recognized for implementing a systematic program to reduce the number of patients with hospital-acquired decubitus ulcers. The program resulted in a 63% reduction in pressure sores. This hospital accomplished this by taking the following steps: Identifying decubitus ulcers on all new admissions Reducing use of diapers amongst patients Encouraging all staff to look for and document decubitus ulcers, even in their earliest stages Paying extra attention to patients who are bed bound or who's skin comes into contact with medical equipment like oxygen masks or tubing Implementing daily skin checks and intensive, hospital-wide skin...
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