title: Preventing pressure sores in patients' homes.
abstract: The size of the pressure sore problem in the community is virtually unknown. Problems specific to the community include lack of observation, poor nutrition and lack of resources. District nurses need supportive services, multidisciplinary backing, education and equipment.
authors.forename: H
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: James
mesh_terms: D003152:Community Health Nursing; D006699:Home Care Services; D006801:Humans; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000451:nursing* / Q000517:prevention & control*