title: [Tissue tolerance and the risk of decubitus].
abstract: Based on a review of the literature on prediction and prevention of pressure sores, a conceptual scheme is introduced. The three determinants--pressure, shearing force and tissue tolerance--are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Afdeling Verpleegwetenschap van de Universiteit Gent.
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Defloor
mesh_terms: D001512:Bedding and Linens; D003238:Connective Tissue / Q000378:metabolism / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D008954:Models, Biological; D010101:Oxygen Consumption; D011187:Posture; D011312:Pressure; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology; D012307:Risk Factors
vernacular_title: Weefseltolerantie en het risico op decubitus.