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Predicting Pressure Ulcer Risk

Elizabeth A. Ayello, PhD

July 2012
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The key to prevention of pressure ulcers is early detection of a patient's risk factors, which includes using a validated and reliable risk assessment tool and timely implementation of prevention interventions. Download the tip sheet provided by the Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing, New York University, College of Nursing by clicking on the PDF icon. 


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