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Reducing Decubitus Ulcers In Hospitals. How One Facility Managed To Reduce Hospital-Acquired Wounds By 63%

Posted in Bed Sores, Pressure Sores, Decubitus Ulcers & Pressure Ulcers, Hospital Bed Sores

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… Continue Reading

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