Od-031818 Prevention of Pressure Injuries Among Hospitalized Adult Patients
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Type
On Demand
Credit
Yes
Description
Welcome to the Prevention of Pressure Injuries Among Hospitalized Adult Patients online education. This ... show more
Objectives
- Understand your role and responsibilities in the prevention of pressure injuries.
- Recognize the progressive stages of pressure injuries and how to respond to them.
- Recognize the signs and factors of pressure injury risk among hospitalized adult patients.
- Utilize repositioning techniques and medical devices to protect hospitalized patients from pressure injuries.
- Complete skin assessments, specifically when caring for bariatric patients.
- Understand the role of nutrition related to the risk of pressure injuries.
- Explain the difference between moisture-associated skin damage and pressure injuries.
Fees
Free
Activity Director
Hussein Tahan
hussein.m.tahan@medstar.net
Organization
MedStar Health System and Shared Services