Shocking way to prevent bedsores
For patients who are bedridden, paralyzed or in a wheelchair, pressure ulcers are a major concern. Not only are they painful, but they often lead to serious, life-threatening infections and...
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Wireless sensor system helps prevent pressure ulcers
If there are well-known and effective methods for identifying and preventing hospital-acquired pressure ulcers (HAPUs), why are they still one of the most prevalent hospital-acquired conditions?...
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Make zero ‘never events’ your hospital’s goal
“Never events” received their name because they’re serious adverse events that should never happen – they’re 100% preventable. Problem is, they do happen and with alarming frequency. And despite...
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Successful strategy for reducing pressure ulcers
Pressure ulcers in patients are a prevalent and costly problem for hospitals. And because they’re seen as “never events” in some cases, Medicare won’t always reimburse facilities for treating them. To...
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Keep patients from developing pressure ulcers after surgery
Preventing pressure ulcers should be a priority for hospitals. Not only do they often cause harm to patients, but treatment isn’t always covered by payors since they’re seen as “never events.” While...
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