Pressure Ulcer Prevention: Where Practice and Education Meet. Issue 2 (March 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Bos, Brenda S.; Wangen, Tina M.; Elbing, Carl E.; Rowekamp, Debra J.; Kruggel, Heather A.; Conlon, Patricia M.; Scroggins, Leann M.; Schad, Shauna P.; Neumann, Julie A.; Barth, Melissa M.; Grubbs, Pamela L.; Sievers, Beth A.
• Is Part Of: Journal for nurses in professional development. Volume 32:Issue 2(2016)
• Publication Date: 2016-03
• Subjects: 610.7307155
• DOI: 10.1097/NND.0000000000000228
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2169-9798

Abstract

Abstract : This article describes the processes used to implement a pressure ulcer management program in a Midwest academic medical center, which led to a decrease in reportable pressure ulcers. A learning needs assessment was completed, and a workgroup was formed to address the learning needs. Methods, materials, and processes included lectures, technology-enhanced learning, and interactive stations with mannequins and pressure ulcer moulages. The processes and outcome measures used to measure effectiveness of the program are discussed.