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Pressure Ulcer Prevention - Coggle Diagram
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
consults/referrals
nutritionist
proper diet to promote healing
would care team
prevent or identify problem areas in immoblie patients
physical/occupational therapy
assess movement & walking
Monitoring
check intake daily
keep skin hydrated & elastic
skin assessment q2hrs
identify problem areas
document braden assessment and follow accordingly
identify if patient is at risk for sore & how high the risk is
interventions
turn & position q2hrs
use foam wedge, heel floaters, pillows
shifts weight, relieves pressure
secure foley, NG, and other tubes to prevent friction
prevent device caused sores
cream & lotion keep skin moisturized & barrier
change and dry patient immediately following urine or stool
remove moisture & irritaiton to skin
provide hydration and proper meals
teaching
importance of reposition or shifting weight
if patient shift self, also allowing them to participate in care
call light
if immoblie to be changed after incontinence
proper foods to eat, high in protein and vitamins
Zinc, iron
importance of staying hydrated