Preventing pressure sores in wheelchair users.
Many wheelchair users believe getting pressure sores is part of everyday life Pressure sores may be more likely to develop if the person has had one before Simple measures can promote good posture and reduce risk Cushions should be placed on a firm base Pressure sore prevention is more than providing a cushion Patients should take their own wheelchair into hospital Education is needed for patients and carers on pressure sore prevention.
Barnes
J
J
Regional Rehabilitation Centre, Selly Oak, Birmingham.
D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control*; D012307:Risk Factors; D014910:Wheelchairs