title: SSKIN bundle: preventing pressure damage across the health-care community.
abstract: The SSKIN bundle is an evidence-based set of interventions that help to prevent pressure damage. This article describes a scientific approach using the Model for Improvement (MFI) and a collaborative style of learning to quickly and reliably implement the SSKIN bundle across an integrated health-care organisation including primary and community care. Teams used the MFI and took a pragmatic approach to adapt the SSKIN bundle to make it fit for purpose in many different clinical settings. Quick wins, long-term gains and challenges are discussed. Ideas for future adaptations of the SSKIN bundle for use in the community are offered.
authors.forename: Joy
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Whitlock
mesh_terms: D057189:Checklist; D002985:Clinical Protocols / Q000592:standards; D055317:Evidence-Based Practice; D019983:Guideline Adherence; D006284:Health Plan Implementation; D006801:Humans; D007318:Inservice Training; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000517:prevention & control*; D058996:Quality Improvement; D012015:Reference Standards; D006113:United Kingdom