Download or read book Fast Facts About Pressure Ulcer Care for Nurses written by Mary Ellen Dziedzic and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2013-12-13 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Print+CourseSmart

Download or read book Pressure Ulcers written by JoAnn Maklebust and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guidance and insights on managing the single most expensive nursing diagnosis.

Download or read book Pressure Ulcers written by JoAnn Maklebust and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2001-01-01 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this thoroughly updated edition, readers learn the full scope of the pressure ulcer problem to deliver quality care and educate patients and their families more expertly. Content includes skin anatomy and physiology, pressure ulcer etiology and pathophysiology, wound healing, assessment, prevention, treatment, care planning, policy and procedure development, continuum of care, patient education, continuous quality improvement, anticipating trends, and appendices, including the Norton scale, Gosnell scale, Braden scale, Bates-Jensen pressure ulcer status tool, pressure ulcer flow chart, surgical wound flow chart, peri-wound flow chart, debridement flow chart, dressings chart, admission database, pressure ulcer plan of care, and more.

Download or read book Patient Safety and Quality written by Ronda Hughes and published by Department of Health and Human Services. This book was released on 2008 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Nurses play a vital role in improving the safety and quality of patient car -- not only in the hospital or ambulatory treatment facility, but also of community-based care and the care performed by family members. Nurses need know what proven techniques and interventions they can use to enhance patient outcomes. To address this need, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), with additional funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, has prepared this comprehensive, 1,400-page, handbook for nurses on patient safety and quality -- Patient Safety and Quality: An Evidence-Based Handbook for Nurses. (AHRQ Publication No. 08-0043)." - online AHRQ blurb, http://www.ahrq.gov/qual/nurseshdbk/

Download or read book Quick Reference Guide for Clinicians written by and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Prevention and Management of Pressure Ulcers in Adult written by Helen Ette and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although some authoritative organizations have developed and promote evidenced-based guidelines on prevention and management of pressure ulcer, research has shown that non adherence to these guidelines has resulted to significant proportion of pressure ulcer among adults ages 18 and older in health care environment and in the community. The questions comes, Why the nonadherance? When health care professionals lack knowledge and skill in identifying high risk patients that makes it a problem. Recognition of high risk patient may be based on competency in assessment skill. Because prevention of pressure ulcer is an integral part of nursing, nurses have a role to play to achieve this goal therefore it is important for nurses to assess themselves in order to have a good perception of their knowledge about what they know, and understand hence nurses should embark on improving this skill. The uses of appropriate tools, initiating treatment based on establish protocols can prevent and reduce the prevalence of pressure ulcers and its complications. This will call for a change on how nurses perform initial assessment, document on daily basis especially on high risk patients and application of appropriate devices. Because patients and families can play a part in pressure ulcer prevention, nurses will have that responsibility in educating them on the preventive measures. The article discussed in this paper supports the fact that nurses have a greater role in prevention and management of pressure ulcer and improve the life of patients at risk. During the implementation stage, it will be necessary for nurses and other health care workers to apply evidence-based research for example, turning, cushioning the prominences, nutritional support to solve this problem. Nurses knowledge on proper documentation and application of devices will be evaluated from patients chart by using an approved audit tool and based, education intervention will be used as this will improve the quality of life of the patients as well as guide nurses in delivering of quality care. These interventions can also reduce length of stay, reduce health care cost as well as reduce burden to the patient's families.

Download or read book Fragility Fracture Nursing written by Karen Hertz and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-06-15 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This open access book aims to provide a comprehensive but practical overview of the knowledge required for the assessment and management of the older adult with or at risk of fragility fracture. It considers this from the perspectives of all of the settings in which this group of patients receive nursing care. Globally, a fragility fracture is estimated to occur every 3 seconds. This amounts to 25 000 fractures per day or 9 million per year. The financial costs are reported to be: 32 billion EUR per year in Europe and 20 billon USD in the United States. As the population of China ages, the cost of hip fracture care there is likely to reach 1.25 billion USD by 2020 and 265 billion by 2050 (International Osteoporosis Foundation 2016). Consequently, the need for nursing for patients with fragility fracture across the world is immense. Fragility fracture is one of the foremost challenges for health care providers, and the impact of each one of those expected 9 million hip fractures is significant pain, disability, reduced quality of life, loss of independence and decreased life expectancy. There is a need for coordinated, multi-disciplinary models of care for secondary fracture prevention based on the increasing evidence that such models make a difference. There is also a need to promote and facilitate high quality, evidence-based effective care to those who suffer a fragility fracture with a focus on the best outcomes for recovery, rehabilitation and secondary prevention of further fracture. The care community has to understand better the experience of fragility fracture from the perspective of the patient so that direct improvements in care can be based on the perspectives of the users. This book supports these needs by providing a comprehensive approach to nursing practice in fragility fracture care.

Download or read book Evidence based Pressure Ulcer Education and Prevention Guidelines written by Jordana Kearns and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Evidence-based pressure ulcer prevention guidelines for the at-risk adult patient have been previously developed and encouraged by organizations of authority. Never less, non-adherence to prescribed guidelines are often reported, and data obtained from National Nursing-Sensitive Indicators shows that at-risk patients continue to develop hospital acquired pressure ulcers (HAPU) at an unacceptable rate. The Aims of this Capstone project are to initiate a pressure ulcer education and prevention program in a medium-sized, community health care organization, and to change the attitudes and knowledge base of nurses by providing nursing staff with evidence-based knowledge, education, and skills regarding pressure ulcer development and prevention. This project consists of educating nurses on pressure ulcer pathophysiology and the importance of using early evidence-based pressure ulcer prevention education and techniques. Implementation of this project requires approval from key stakeholders. Applying Kurt Lewin's theory of change first requires the recognition that change needs to occur (Cresia and Friburg, 2011). Implementation consists of scheduled staff in-services, monthly meetings, and use of multi-technique pressure ulcer prevention products, risk-assessment, and screening forms. Data collection of pressure ulcer prevalence, for three months prior to implementation and for 3 months post-implementation, will be collected to evaluate the effectiveness of the program. Evaluation of the program will also consist of an evaluation of nursing staff's pre and post-implementation pressure ulcer prevention knowledge and skill. Dissemination of evidence to key stakeholders, health care organizations and to the greater nursing community will occur with the aim to increase knowledge of evidence-based pressure ulcer prevention techniques that will contribute to improved patient outcomes. This project will demonstrate how pressure ulcer prevalence rates, in the hospital-setting can be decreased through the consistent and knowledgeable use of evidence-based pressure ulcer prevention guidelines. PICOT Question: For the at-risk adult hospitalized patient (P), will the implementation of early, evidence-based pressure ulcer prevention interventions by nurses, who are educated in skills and knowledge regarding pressure ulcer development and prevention (I), as compared to those not educated, nor using early evidence-based pressure ulcer prevention interventions (C), decrease the probability of hospital acquired pressure ulcer development (O), in a three-month period (T).

Download or read book All about Pressure Ulcers and Positioning written by Laura Flynn M B a and published by Mediscript Communications, Incorporated. This book was released on 2017-03-20 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever cared for someone with a pressure ulcer? Pressure ulcers can seriously affect a person's health. They can cause physical pain and emotional stress for sufferers and their families. They lead to longer stays in the hospital or nursing home. They can interfere with recovery. Anyone who must stay in a bed or a chair for prolonged periods of time is at risk for developing pressure ulcers. Other factors also increase the risk for pressure ulcers. Luckily, most pressure ulcers can be prevented. As a caregiver you have a vital role in preventing pressure ulcers. This book provides basic, non controversial, and trusted information that can help a wide spectrum of readers about pressure ulcers, how to prevent them and how to care for those who suffer from them. The primary objective of the information is to help the reader provide effective quality care to a loved one or someone in his or her care. Conversely a person at risk for developing a pressure ulcer or already suffering from a pressure ulcer can be better informed and comply and assist more effectively in treatment and prevention by reading this book. All the information is reliable and was written by a group of eminent nurse educators who ensured the information complies with best practice guidelines and satisfies the various accreditation and regulatory bodies. In fact, there is so much unreliable information on the internet, these "All About" publications are HON (Health On the Net) certified. For more, visit www.mediscript.net

Download or read book Prevention of Pressure Ulcers in a Health Care Setting written by Ramatu Swarray and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pressure Ulcer is a growing problem in the non ambulatory health care settings affecting the young, adult, and the elderly. The growing problems caused by pressure ulcers are devastating to the patient and can result to pain, anguish, severe infection which can sometimes lead to death. Nurses experience the severity when there is an outbreak or formation of pressure ulcer which results to a situation where extra time is spent on the patients for assessment, treatment, documentation and continuous evaluation of various interventions. The facility or organization where pressure ulcer prevails suffers not only financial loss, but it also puts its image on the radar compromising the facility's credibility in the eyes of the community, or nation as whole. When all these important consequences are put in a nut shell, it is but imperative that health care industry step up, be proactive, vigilant to map out through efforts of multidisciplinary team, strategies that can minimize the ill effects pressure ulcers have on patients in particular. A well coordinated and integrated plan of care should be implemented to provide safe nursing care that would not only bring comfort and hope to the patients, but would also improve nurses' morale and the image of the facility. The aim of this proposal is to reduce the rate of pressure ulcer in our health care setting, by implementing two key nursing interventions: the use of air-relieve pressure mattress and every two hours peri care to residents who are considered prone to pressure ulcers based on certain risk assessment factors determined by nursing staff. Other various measures of preventing pressure ulcers which includes repositioning, nutrition, skin care management, and effective documentation are included as part of staff education and training. A multidisciplinary approach is used to plan, disseminate and evaluate the proposal through meaningful contributions made by stakeholders.

Download or read book Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers written by National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 2014-09-30 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Clinical Practice Guideline presents recommendations and summarizes the supporting evidence for pressure ulcer prevention and treatment. The first edition was developed as a four year collaboration between the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) and the European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP). In this second edition of the guideline, the Pan Pacific Pressure Injury Alliance (PPPIA) has joined the NPUAP and EPUAP. This edition of the guideline has been developed over a two year period to provide an updated review of the research literature, extend the scope of the guideline and produce recommendations that reflect the most recent evidence. It provides a detailed analysis and discussion of available research, critical evaluation of the assumptions and knowledge in the field, recommendations for clinical practice, a description of the methodology used to develop the guideline and acknowledgements of the 113 experts formally involved in the development process.

Download or read book Improving Nurses Knowledge Related to Pressure Ulcer Prevention in the Long term Care Unit written by Terry A. Guyton-Smith and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Key words: pressure ulcers, wounds, nursing knowledge, measurement tools

Download or read book ESSENTIALS OF PRESSURE ULCER CARE FOR NURSES written by MARY ELLEN. DZIEDZIC and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Implementation of an Evidence Based Practice to Prevent Pressure Ulcers written by Antje Dangel and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-29 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Project Report from the year 2014 in the subject Nursing Science, grade: 98%, University of South Florida, course: NUR 4169, language: English, abstract: Pressure ulcers, caused by prolonged immobility, are increasing among hospital patients. They can cause patient discomfort and infection, may increase treatment time, length of hospital admission, medical bills, and can potentially cause death (AHRQ, 2009). Current guidelines recommended by the AHRQ aid nursing staff in pressure ulcer prevention; however, the combination of specialty skin products, silicone dressings, and a 4-hour turning schedule may prevent pressure ulcers entirely.

Download or read book Fast Facts for Wound Care Nursing Second Edition written by Tish Myers, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2021-07-28 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simplifies the wound care process with clear, succinct information and the newest treatment protocols Freshly updated with the newest evidence-based techniques and protocols, this practical clinical resource distills the fundamentals of wound care for novice nurses and nurses new to wound care. This guide walks through the common, complex and atypical wounds nurses see and includes abundant full-color images. Chapters have been thoroughly revised and now contain critical updates in technological advances in wound care, dramatic changes in documentation and new Medicare and reimbursement guidelines. Fast Facts for Wound Care Nursing, Second Edition is an invaluable companion for the day-to-day care of wound patients, reinforcing knowledge needed in acute care, critical care, long-term care, homecare, operating room and outpatient settings. Written concisely in easy-to-access bulleted format with brief paragraphs, each chapter explains, step-by-step, the essential principles of wound care. Part I defines and describes the spectrum of wounds and the fundamentals of wound healing while Part II discusses how to assess, document and photograph wounds. Part III presents the newest treatments and protocols for wound care, and Part IV concludes with legal issues and regulations guiding safe and cost-effective wound care. New to the Second Edition: Updated with key technological advances and treatments in wound care including stem cell and ionized silver products Four new chapters! The Phases of Wound Healing and Types of Wound Closure Acute Wounds Pressure Injuries Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Covers new Medicare and reimbursement guidelines Addresses qualifications and certification for wound care and faculty accreditation Key Features: Written in succinct, easy-access format with bulleted information and brief paragraphs Includes “Fast Facts” to highlight key concepts for essential care Contains abundant information on wound care treatments and protocols to promote wound care accountability and clinical confidence Provides full color images of different types of wounds Helps nurses to provide optimal wound care cost-efficiently

Download or read book Fast Facts for Stroke Care Nursing written by Kathy J. Morrison, MSN, RN, CNRN, SCRN, FAHA and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2014-05-07 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ì[P]rovides a succinct yet comprehensive review of the evolution of stroke patient management. The text starts with a brief overview of the anatomy and physiology, tying it to the types of strokes, the assessment, and diagnostic tools. Acute measures and prevention of secondary injury are outlined and lead us to review the potential complications and finally the rehabilitation and patient/family education. Particularly helpful is the inclusion of the Brain Attack Coalition, The Joint Commission, and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services core measuresÖ.[The author] has done an excellent job of keeping this book appropriate for everyday use.î óFrom the Foreword Linda Littlejohns, MSN, RN, FAAN, CNRN "The best aspects of the book are that it is easy to read and factual, and it includes a wide range of information... I enjoyed the book. It is easy to read and navigate. Nurses will find it extremely helpful and valuable in the clinical setting. This is a good addition to a clinical library." Score: 98, 5 Stars.--Doody's Medical Reviews This highly practical, pocket-sized reference for stroke care nurses provides quick, bedside access to the most current guidelines for diagnostic tests, state-of-the-art treatments, and best-practice standards. This resource distills lengthy and often complex national stroke care guidelines into clear, bite-size pieces of information. It also explains the rationale behind stroke standards, making them easier to embrace and incorporate into practice. The book is organized consistently to foster rapid information retrieval. Each chapter includes objectives and such helpful features as ìFast Facts in a Nutshell,î targeted segments that provide critical information at a glance. The guide also serves as an instructive resource for nurses not specializing in neurology but who are increasingly being called on to care for stroke patients. The book is also a helpful resource for stroke program coordinators and as a review for SCRN and CNRN certification exams. Key Features: Reflects current standards of the American Heart Association, the American Stroke Association, and The Joint Commission Provides crucial information at a glance about diagnostic tests, state-of-the-art treatments, and best-practice standards Distills lengthy and complex national stroke care standards into clear, concise information Includes a comprehensive review of diagnostic studies Serves as a concise review for SCRN and CNRN certification exams

Download or read book Fast Facts for the Critical Care Nurse written by Dina Hewett, PhD, RN, CCRN, NEA-BC and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2019-11-15 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This newly updated, quick-access guide for critical care nurses covers the most common admitting diagnoses and reviews their causes, signs and symptoms, and interventions. Critical care nursing requires astute assessment, adept communication, and the ability to multitask, as well as a high degree of adaptability. In the ICU, patient status and plan of care change constantly, presenting multifaceted problems for nurses and healthcare providers. This authoritative resource, with bulleted, bite-sized content, provides information to the busy ICU nurse in a heartbeat. Fast Facts for the Critical Care Nurse, Second Edition, has been updated with the most current evidence-based guidelines and standards. Now organized by body system, this reference presents the latest treatment modalities and provides quick access to lab values and hemodynamic parameters. Part I introduces the foundations of critical care. Part II progresses by body system to cover common procedures and interventions. Part III covers patient- and family-centered care, discussing palliative directives and organ donation. New to the Second Edition: Seven completely new chapters Chapter reorganization by body system Updated to include newest treatment modalities Speedy access to appendices with common lab values, hemodynamic parameters, IV medications, and EKG rhythm examples Key Features: Provides quick access to essential information needed on a daily basis Includes Fast Facts boxes to help guide the reader Authored by a respected nurse leader, educator, and AACN/Wharton Executive Leadership Fellow