Pressure ulcers are major health problems in the U. S. Pressure ulcers are major health problems in the U. S

Nutrition is considered a significant factor in both the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers.

• Nutrition is considered a significant factor in both the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers.

• Protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and trace elements are required for wound healing.

Nutrition

• A nutritional assessment should be performed on all newly admitted patients and whenever there is a change in a patient condition.

• Nutritional support should be given only to patients with identified nutritional deficiencies, and only when not contraindicated.

Infection

• Pressure ulcers need to be assessed and reassessed for signs of infection.

• Infection complicates the healing process of pressure ulcers.

• Early recognition along with prompt and effective interventions is needed to address the infection.

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