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Case Series Nosocomial Pressure Ulcers-CABG

Jeremy Honaker, RN, BSN, CWOCN – Emily Davis, RN, MSN, CWOCN – Central Baptist Hospital, Lexington, Kentucky

Post-op CABG (coronary artery by-pass graft) patients are at high risk for developing pressure ulcers. A thorough literature review revealed little research on preventing pressure ulcers through the early implementation of a static air overlay in this population.  This study shows dramatic results in reducing nosocomial pressure ulcers.

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Case Series Nosocomial Pressure Ulcers-CABG
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Products Applicable to this Study:

bedding

WAFFLE® Mattress Overlays w/pump
Recommended for Hospitals -Three Month Warranty. Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Treatment...

Price: From $68.62

bedding

WAFFLE EconoCare Plus-Overlay w/pump
Recommended for Hospitals - 30 day warranty. Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Treatment...

Price: $53.71

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