Peer support as pressure ulcer prevention strategy in special school learners with paraplegia
Undine S. Rauter,
Desmond Mathye
Abstract:Background: Adults with spinal cord injuries perceived peer support as beneficial in preventing secondary health conditions, but the role of peer support among adolescent learners with paraplegia in special schools is still unknown.Objectives: To explore the perspectives of current and previous learners with paraplegia on peer support to prevent pressure ulcers in a special school.Method: A qualitative, exploratory, descriptive study design was used. The authors conducted 12 semi-structured telephonic, audio-r… Show more
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