Pressure ulcers and nursing care: A systematic review

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PRESSURE ULCER, NURSING CARE, RISKS.

Abstract

Introduction: in nursing, the care of patients who remain at rest for long periods of time is a priority, since this reduces the presence of complications in the skin and soft tissues. Establishing adequate care for bedridden patients is essential if we want to reduce the presence of ulcers in different areas of the body.

Objectives: to identify the effectiveness of nursing care for the prevention of pressure ulcers in bedridden patients.

Methods: systematic review of the scientific literature on nursing care in patients at risk of developing pressure ulcers; after reviewing 53 articles in Spanish and English, a total of 15 articles were obtained; all the studies reviewed were obtained from reliable sources with a strict scientific level, which offered an objective, clear, complete, technical and scientific view of the information.

Results: permanent care of patients who remain at rest for long periods of time is essential. Nursing professionals must establish an adequate care plan for people in immobile conditions, considering all aspects of the patient so that comprehensive care is provided aimed at reducing the risk of developing pressure ulcers.

Conclusions: nursing care activities aimed at reducing the risk of developing ulcers in bedridden patients are essential and should be established based on the specific needs of each patient.

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2024-11-29

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Morillo-Cano JR, Alvarado-Paguay JD, Chenas-Malte PM. Pressure ulcers and nursing care: A systematic review. Rev Ciencias Médicas [Internet]. 2024 Nov. 29 [cited 2025 Aug. 21];28(2):e6388. Available from: https://revcmpinar.sld.cu/index.php/publicaciones/article/view/6588

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