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Prior to a JCAHO accreditation visit, Southeast Georgia Regional Medical Center implemented a program for improved prevention and treatment of nosocomial pressure ulcers. Forms were developed for monitoring skin integrity and therapy beds were tried from a vendor, which also provided a computerized assessment tool. Results included 15 percent pressure ulcer prevention in addition to enhanced collaborative nursing practice.
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D003428:Cross Infection / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control; D005845:Georgia; D006801:Humans; D007591:Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D009738:Nursing Service, Hospital / Q000592:standards*; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000451:nursing* / Q000517:prevention & control; D011785:Quality Assurance, Health Care; D012107:Research Design