Effect of non‐response bias in pressure ulcer prevalence studies

Lahmann, Nils; Halfens, Ruud J.G.; Dassen, Theo

doi:10.1111/j.1365-2648.2006.03906.x

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“…Based on different assumptions regarding the reasons for non-responding and the characteristics of non-responders, Lahmann et al [33] demonstrated that prevalence rates may be seriously affected. Based on the comparable demographic characteristics, the pressure ulcer risk and remaining proportions of patients in different specialities over the years, an effect of nonresponse bias was not apparent.…”

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The trend of pressure ulcer prevalence rates in German hospitals: Results of seven cross-sectional studies

Kottner

Wilborn

Dassen

et al. 2009

Journal of Tissue Viability

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The trend of pressure ulcer prevalence rates in German hospitals: Results of seven cross-sectional studies

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“…Also non-response can influence the prevalence rates (Lahmann et al 2006). Therefore, we will include only wards/ departments with a response of at least 90% in national calculations.…”

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An International prevalence measurement of care problems: study protocol

Nie-Visser

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Meesterberends

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Journal of Advanced Nursing

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Aim. The aim of this article was to describe the design of an international audit of the prevalence of care problems in different healthcare sectors using identical methodologies. Background. Audits, defined as a monitor of quality of health care, are increasingly applied in many countries as a strategy to improve professional practice and quality and safety of care. A prerequisite to enable a reliable comparison of quality of care audits is the use of identical instruments and methodology. Design. Annual cross-sectional multi-centre point prevalence survey. Method. This international prevalence measurement of care problems in hospitals, care homes and home care is performed in the Netherlands, Austria, Switzerland and New Zealand. This study is based on a prevalence measurement of care problems originally performed in the Netherlands. For each care problem (pressure ulcer, incontinence, malnutrition, falls and restraints) at patient level, next to patient characteristics, data are gathered about the prevalence, prevention and treatment of each care problem. In addition, at ward/department and institution level, specific quality indicators are measured related to the care problems. After the measurement, institutions enter their data into a web-based data-entry program. Institutions receive an overview of their own results and results at national level to enable a process of benchmarking. Discussion. A uniform way of measuring the prevalence of care problems internationally is a significant step forward in gaining insight into the quality of basic care in different healthcare settings in different countries and may lead to more awareness and improvement programmes.

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“…A number of studies have examined the prevalence of pressure ulcers in hospitalized or institutionalized patients, all with similar results [25][26][27][28]. Patients hospitalized with acute illness have an incidence rate for pressure ulcers of 3-11%.…”

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Techniques for Wound Healing with a Focus on Pressure Ulcers Elimination

Kuffler¹

2012

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Pressure ulcers, also called decubitus ulcers, are a common challenge of humanity. They are wounds initiated by pressure on the skin that blocks circulation causing the skin and underlying tissues to die. Without care, pressure ulcers continue to grow in diameter and depth and are exceptionally difficult to heal. They have probably always existed, and are present on Egyptian mummies. Pressure ulcers are a serious health issue, very painful, a significant physiological challenge, can shorten the life of a patient, are an emotional and financial burden to the patient, those who deal with them, and in the United States alone annually costs in excess over $10 billion dollars for care and prolonged hospitalization. Pressure ulcers can develop with as little as two hours of pressure, and because even a brief lapse in avoidance of pressure leads to ulcers, they are frequently impossible to prevent, even for the most conscientious patient with an extensive support group and unlimited financial resources. Therefore, enormous effort is required to find effective and reliable techniques for preventing the initiation of ulcers and eliminating them once they develop. This review looks at the various approaches presently used and in development for the treatment of pressure ulcers, evaluates which may be best in eliminating ulcers, and discusses combinations of techniques that may be most effective in eliminating pressure ulcers.

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Effect of non‐response bias in pressure ulcer prevalence studies

Cited by 11 publications

References 23 publications

The trend of pressure ulcer prevalence rates in German hospitals: Results of seven cross-sectional studies

The trend of pressure ulcer prevalence rates in German hospitals: Results of seven cross-sectional studies

An International prevalence measurement of care problems: study protocol

Techniques for Wound Healing with a Focus on Pressure Ulcers Elimination

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