Pediatric pressure injuries: A systematic review of interventions to prevent hospital-acquired pressure injuries in the pediatric population
Lydia Bauernfeind,
Christian Rester,
Stefan Schoenstein
Abstract:Introduction: Pressure injuries have been identified as a problem in adults, but there is increasing recognition that they also occur in pediatric patients. Specific prevention in this population is essential because a high percentage of pressure injuries can be prevented. Objective: To identify interventions that prevent pressure injuries in the clinical pediatric care setting. Methods: Systematic review with a conducted search in CINAHL, PubMed, and Cochrane databases. A total of 301 articles were found, 225… Show more
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