The prevalence and incidence of pressure ulcers in the hospice setting: Analysis of two methodologies:

摘要: Hospice patients may be at greater risk of pressure ulcer development than most patients. This descriptive study explored the prevalence and incidence ulcers in hospice setting, utilizing both a prospective retrospective methodological approach. Levine's theory four principles conservation formed theoretical basis for study, Braden Scale Predicting Pressure Ulcer Risk was used data collection. Prevalence noted to 13 percent study. Incidence found zero using methodology methodology. Five eight (62 percent) occurred with Ain two weeks patient death. Factors related are presented, as well discussion research methodologies setting. The article suggests need preventive protocols skin care who development.