Last updated November 13, 2017
Instructed in factors that contribute to poor skin integrity such as immobilization, poor circulation, moisture, heat, anemia, shearing forces, poor n...
Patient was instructed on how to manage pressure that is necessary to avoid future complications. Provide appropriate support surface, repositioning e...
SN teaching the patient / caregiver on S / S ( signs / symptoms) of wound infection to report to physician, such as increased temp >100.5, chills, inc...
Instructed patient consider nutritional supplementation/support for nutritionally consistent with overall goals of care.
Patient was instructed on what to avoid in presence of ulcers. Friction and shear need to be reduced. Friction is the mechanical force exerted when sk...