Pressure ulcer risk in the peri-operative environment.
Every patient attending the operating theatre will at some stage be at risk of developing a pressure ulcer. Some of the important issues associated with pressure ulcer risk in the peri-operative environment are discussed. There are gaps in the knowledge base and a need for further research. These factors should be taken into account by peri-operative nurses in the care of surgical patients.
Scott
Eileen M
EM
Centre for Clinical Management Development, University of Durham. eileen.scott@durham.ac.uk
Buckland
Richard
R
D006801:Humans; D007431:Intraoperative Complications / Q000453:epidemiology*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000453:epidemiology*; D011312:Pressure; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000453:epidemiology*; D012307:Risk Factors