The 2022 Update on Pressure Injuries: A Review of the Literature

Abstract

ABSTRACT The pressure injury literature is rapidly growing, challenging busy clinicians who are trying to stay current. In this article, the authors summarize six articles published in 2022 that provide important new data or change how we may think about pressure injuries. The articles cover a range of topics including epidemiology, prevention, prediction, and nurse staffing. For each article, the authors provide a description of the study results along with a comment on why the results are important. This information will help clinicians remain current with the field and highlight new findings to incorporate into their clinical practice. GENERAL PURPOSE To review six articles published in 2022 that provide important new data or change how clinicians may think about pressure injuries. TARGET AUDIENCE This continuing education activity is intended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care. LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES After participating in this educational activity, the participant will: 1. Identify evidence-based risk factors for the development of pressure injuries (PIs). 2. Distinguish the predictors for PI development that prompted intervention. 3. Identify inconsistencies in documented stages of PIs. 4. Explain the impact of staffing on PI development rates.