RNAO BPG Pressure Ulcers Stage I to IV - Faculty of Health ...
RNAO BPG Pressure Ulcers Stage I to IV - Faculty of Health ...
RNAO BPG Pressure Ulcers Stage I to IV - Faculty of Health ...
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Nursing Best Practice GuidelineResearch Gaps & Future ImplicationsIn reviewing the evidence for the revision <strong>of</strong> this guideline, it is clear that future research opportunitiesinvolve:■■■■■■The cost-effectiveness <strong>of</strong> various management modalities (e.g., support surfaces)Cost <strong>of</strong> preventing pressure ulcersCost <strong>of</strong> heel ulcers versus prevention bootsTotal cost <strong>to</strong> health care system <strong>to</strong> heal pressure ulcersNumbers <strong>of</strong> patients admitted <strong>to</strong> home care and long-term care with pressure ulcers from acutecare settingsSome <strong>of</strong> the recommendations in this guideline are based on consensus or expert opinion.Further substantive research is required <strong>to</strong> validate the expert opinion. Increasing the researchcan impact knowledge that will lead <strong>to</strong> improved practice and outcomes for patients withstage I <strong>to</strong> <strong>IV</strong> pressure ulcers.53
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