The Effects of Implementing a Multifaceted Protocol to Maintain Skin Integrity within Critical Care
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
Major
Nursing
Presentation Format
Poster Presentation
Abstract/Description
A pressure ulcer is a localized injury to the skin/underlying tissue usually over a bony prominence as a result of pressure or in combination with shear (Kwong, Lee, and Yeung, 2016). Contributing factors include immobility, moisture, poor nutritional status, and sensory perception disorders (Martin, et al., 2017), although patients staying within the intensive care unit face a higher risk due to their health statuses. Evidence-based prevention programs implemented in various hospital settings have dramatically reduced the incidence of pressure ulcers. Intervention groups that receive a method of prevention as compared to the control groups that receive standard care, the adoption of a bundle of care protocol to prevent pressure injuries will benefit the patients outcomes and the hospital. The policy will include staff education, use of screening and referral tools, and the adoption of new technology.
Spring Scholars Week 2018 Event
Senior Nursing Poster Session
The Effects of Implementing a Multifaceted Protocol to Maintain Skin Integrity within Critical Care
A pressure ulcer is a localized injury to the skin/underlying tissue usually over a bony prominence as a result of pressure or in combination with shear (Kwong, Lee, and Yeung, 2016). Contributing factors include immobility, moisture, poor nutritional status, and sensory perception disorders (Martin, et al., 2017), although patients staying within the intensive care unit face a higher risk due to their health statuses. Evidence-based prevention programs implemented in various hospital settings have dramatically reduced the incidence of pressure ulcers. Intervention groups that receive a method of prevention as compared to the control groups that receive standard care, the adoption of a bundle of care protocol to prevent pressure injuries will benefit the patients outcomes and the hospital. The policy will include staff education, use of screening and referral tools, and the adoption of new technology.