Affiliation:
1. Tissue Viability Team Clinical Nurse Specialist North Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust
Abstract
Understanding the differential diagnosis between device-related pressure ulcers (DRPUs) and pressure ulcers ensures that appropriate prevention, management and intervention plans are identified. National reporting systems now include DRPUs alongside other categories of pressure ulcers listed by international pressure ulcer advisory panels. Medical devices are not the only cause of DRPUs, and, in the community setting, other objects can also cause pressure ulcers, such as spectacles and hearing aids. Skin assessment around the site of devices is essential to ensure the skin is intact, the micro-climate is considered and the skin is properly cleansed. Risk assessment for devices should be undertaken, and prevention according to the device itself may include fixation and the use of prophylactic dressings. Advice and support must be given to patients and carers to facilitate self-care and identify signs of skin damage and infection.
Subject
Community and Home Care,General Medicine
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2 articles.
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