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Title: Treatment of Pressure Ulcers, Guideline Overview, AHCPR Publication Number 95-0650

Acronym: None

Originator: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) (formerly the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research [AHCPR])

Local Subject Index: US Federal GILS

Abstract:

This overview defines pressure sores and their treatment. Key guideline recommendations for people with pressure sores include developing a treatment plan, taking pressure off pressure sores, changing body positions frequently, eating well, asking for pain medication, communicating with your health care provider. Key guideline recommendations for caregivers include evaluating pressure sores weekly, avoiding positioning the patient on a pressure sore, repositioning people hourly, using saline solution and gentle rinsing.

Purpose: This overview educates consumers about pressure ulcers.

Agency Program: This product represents one facet of AHCPR's mission to improve the access, quality, effectiveness, and outcomes of health care.

Point of Contact:
Name: Information Products Coordinator
Organization: AHCPR
Street Address: 540 Gaither Road, Suite 2000
City: Rockville
State: MD
Zip Code: 20850
Country: USA
Network Address: info@ahrq.gov
Hours of Service: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Telephone: (301) 427-1873
Fax: (301) 427-1873

Supplemental Information: None

Control Identifier: AHCPR 95-0650

Record Source: Department/Agency Name: AHCPR

Date of Last Modification: 19950731