ThinkWorks Presents...
The first in a series of elearning modules on pressure ulcer prevention, assessment, and treatment.
Designed to provide nurses with the minimum competencies for pressure ulcer prevention, here's what is included in Module 1:
The Cost of Pressure Ulcers
Pressure ulcers carry a large cost to patients and health care facilities. Learn about the financial and emotional costs of pressure ulcers.
The Effects of Pressure
Pressure squeezes tiny blood vessels that supply nutrients and oxygen to the skin. Learn about the effects of constant pressure.
The Impact of Friction and Shear
Friction and shear are not the same thing. Learn the differences between friction and shear and their impact on skin tissue.
Additional Risk Factors
Nutrition, moisture, and mobility affect skin tissue. Learn about these and other risk factors to the development of pressure ulcers.
Assessments and Interventions
You can't monitor what you don't measure. Learn to assess a patient as well as plan and implement preventative and protective measures.
A Case Study
Put it all together - try your hand at responding to this work-place scenario. You'll compare your responses to best practices.
