Elder Care

Preventing Abuse: Pressure Sores

Order# AB413
Content by Debra Wertheimer, MD; Barbara Resnick, PhD, CRNP; and Donna Senft, JD

interactive discussion and resident vignettes
23 minutes
title price: $150; $75 rental

Improper care of existing pressure sores and negligent care allowing new pressure sores to develop results in painful health deterioration for residents. This is abuse. Discussion includes the GNA’s vital role in reporting pressure sore information, providing appropriate care and the devastating consequences of improper care.

Topics: Pressure sores, skin condition, hygiene
Skill Competency: Skin care
Audience: Students in health professional programs. Long-term care, assisted living, adult day care, and hospice staff.

This video is part of the "Preventing Abuse by Providing Appropriate Care: The Role of the GNA" series.

Preventing Abuse by Providing Appropriate Care: The Role of the GNA
Pressure Sores (AB413)	Hydration/Nutrition (AB415)
Safety Measures (AB414)

Phone: 800-328-7450 | Fax: 410-706-8471
Copyright © MedSchool Maryland Productions and Video Press, University of Maryland School of Medicine