Stop The Pressure

Author: NHS Midlands and East

NHS Midlands and East has developed a ‘Pressure Ulcer Path’ that assists with preventing and treating pressure ulcers using a simple step by step guide.The initiative came about after an objective was set to eliminate avoidable grade 2, 3 and 4 pressure ulcers in the Midlands and East of England. The ‘Pressure Ulcer Path’ is an online tool with useful information and downloadable support material. There is also detailed information on how the trust implemented the initiative, which could be replicated in other trusts going forward. The trust has also recently launched ‘Learning To Stop The Pressure’ which explains how everyone has a specific role in preventing painful and distressing pressure ulcers. www.stopthepressure.com/learning clarifies what YOU need to do and know about pressure ulcers and gives instant access to all relevant learning resources.

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