Instructions: Please watch the following recorded lecture, video and read the instructor summary notes.

 

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Understanding Pressure Injury Staging

Things to Remember About Pressure Injuries:

• Treat the Underlying Cause(s):
  – Always off-load pressure
• Deal with Risk Factors:
  – Chronic disease issues (e.g., diabetes)
  – Moisture
  – Nutrition/hydration
• Ask yourself if the injury is HEALABLE? INFECTED?
  – Heels: Don't forget to look at both feet!!