Risk Factors Associated With Pressure Injuries in Surgical Patients: A Retrospective Case-Control Study
CONCLUSIONS:
This retrospective study identified several risk factors associated with a higher incidence of perioperative PIs in surgical patients. A PI prevention program accounting for these factors could potentially help prevent PIs and their costly complications.
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - Category: Nursing Tags: Wound Care Source Type: research
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