Preventing Pressure Injuries in Aged Care

Take the pressure off. Learn how to prevent and manage pressure injuries to improve the quality of life for older Australians in your care.

Category
Aged Care (Residential Care)
Author
Rebecca Muir
Endorser
Clayton Church Homes

Description

Pressure injuries are a common occurrence in the elderly, especially those who are frail. Pressure injuries are potentially life threatening and decrease an older Australian's quality of life. Through the questions in this set, you will learn how to prevent and manage pressure injuries in older people.

Learning Objective

By the end of this question set, learners will be able to:

  • Execute procedures for preventing pressure injuries.
  • Implement strategies for managing pressure injuries.

Questions

  1. Existing pressure injury
  2. Treating based on risk
  3. Preventative steps
  4. Moving and repositioning
  5. Communicating their needs
  6. Signs of developing injury
  7. Skincare
Preventing Pressure Injuries in Aged Care

Preventing Pressure Injuries in Aged Care

Take the pressure off. Learn how to prevent and manage pressure injuries to improve the quality of life for older Australians in your care.

Category
Aged Care (Residential Care)
Audiance
Aged Care Worker (Residential)
Endorser
Clayton Church Homes
Author
Rebecca Muir
Audio Support
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