NURSING KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE ON THE PREVENTION OF PRESSURE INJURY

Jefferson Aurélio Paiva De Jesus,Thatiana Araújo Maranhão,Gisele Bezerra Da Silva,Daniel Galeno Machado,Joelson Dos Santos Almeida,Ana Paula De Brito Rodrigues

doi:10.26694/repis.v4i0.7771

Abstract

Objective: To know the knowledge and practices of nurses on prevention of pressure injury. Method: A qualitative, descriptive, exploratory study with seven nurses from a public hospital in the state of Maranhão, Brazil. A semi-structured interview was used, in which the testimonies were recorded, transcribed in their entirety and analyzed using the content analysis technique proposed by Bardin. Results: The change of decubitus was the most cited preventive method. Professionals are knowledgeable about good prevention practices, which are influenced by structural issues (human resources and insufficient inputs) and, because of this difficulty, caregivers are important in helping this care. Conclusion: Nursing professionals are knowledgeable about proven ways to reduce pressure injury rates, however, there is a continuing need to emphasize evidence-based good practice as an effective means of improving nursing care.

Highlights

Pressure injury (LP) involves damage to the underlying skin and/or soft tissues, often occurring on a bone prominence, medical device or other devices
In the face of the above, this study aims to know the knowledge and practices of nurses on the prevention of pressure injury
It is concluded that nurses are knowledgeable about actions that can Rev Pre Infec e Saúde. 2018;4:7771

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Introduction

Pressure injury (LP) involves damage to the underlying skin and/or soft tissues, often occurring on a bone prominence, medical device or other devices. The prevalence of PI remains high and has important impacts on the quality of life of the individual and on the economy[2]. It is an important indicator of the quality of health care and is related to the increase in mortality[3]. Such damage can be prevented through clinical guidelines and protocols which, in turn, are less costly than their treatment[4,5]. The tracking and implementation of PI prevention strategies should be an integral part of the nurse's work routine and, has a prominent role in the prevention of this injury[5,6]

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