Scoping Review of Pressure Ulcer Prevalence and Prevention in Elderly Inpatient Care in England
Keywords:
Pressure ulcers, Pressure Ulcer Prevalence and Prevention, Care of the Elderly Inpatient Wards, pressure ulcer in EnglandAbstract
Background: Treatment of pressure ulcers brings a significant financial burden to NHS Commissioners in the UK. Based on research data, the prevalence of the issue shows a consistent yearly increase.
Purpose: To evaluate the Pressure Ulcer Prevalence and Prevention on the Care of the Elderly Inpatient Wards in England.
Methods: A scoping review was conducted to explore the available sources of information on pressure ulcer prevalence and prevention specific to the care of elderly wards in the UK. This review is focused on patients above the age of 65 and involves desk research.
Results: Inappropriate use and over-prescription of manual handling equipment, lack of timely risk assessment completion, education and training discrepancies, ineffective use of technology, and specialist bedding were found to be the key reasons for the increased prevalence of pressure ulcer cases in England.
Conclusion: The preliminary results conclude that, for pressure ulcer prevention strategies to be effective, appropriate use of pressure relieving equipment and staff training on its use is imperative. Timely risk assessments are of utmost importance to reduce the cases of pressure ulcers in the care of elderly patients.
Keywords: Pressure ulcers, Pressure Ulcer Prevalence and Prevention, Care of the Elderly Inpatient Wards
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