Understanding & Early Detection of Pressure-Related Seating Injuries
Learn the vital role of skin care assessments and the intrinsic and extrinsic factors of pressure injury. Participants will gain insight into preventing pressure injuries through seating and positioning techniques and learn to recognize all stages of pressure injury development.
Course Objectives
Course Objectives
- Know common points of pressure when seated in a wheelchair and how to address prevention through seating strategies
- Determine the risk factors for pressure injury
- Understand pressure injury stages 1-4, DTI, and Unstageable Wounds