Geriatric Quick Consult      Pressure Ulcers      Don't #6

Don't assume a mattress alone will work.

Knowledge Action
Even with special mattresses, you must still follow all principles of basic wound healing:
  • positioning off ulcer
  • assessment of wound and selection of appropriate wound care regimen
  • attention to nutrition
  • pain assessment and management
See: assess need for special support surface.
  • Continue to turn and assess patients even on special mattresses.
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