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pressure sores - Coggle Diagram
pressure sores
inspect skin
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feel for hardness, swelling or warmth
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padding, positioning, and bed
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avoid elevating head of the bed too much a this can increase shear forces and pressure on lower back and bum
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need to know
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daily skin care required (clean skin, wash it, dry it, inspect it)
skin clean and dry
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immediate wash, dry, and change of clothes if soiled
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how to avoid
pressure relieve
if seated (wheelchair, car, seat, bed) pressure relieve every 15 to 30 minutes for 30 - 90 seconds
if unable, instruct someone to assist
nutrition
poor nutrition prevents the body from rebuilding, staying healthy, and fighting infection