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Reducing Heel Ulcer Incidence Among Hip Fracture Patients
Retta Sutterfield, RN, BSN, CWOCN
An opportunity for improvement exists in the prevention of heel ulcers among patients with hip fractures. There was an estimated 25% incidence of Stage I and II heel ulcers among this patient population in this acute care facility. General heel protection at that time included non-standardized use of various foam protective devices. The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of a traumatic hip fracture algorithm including a static air heel protector in the prevention of heel ulcers among patients with hip fractures.
Outcomes
Although the effectiveness of this new prevention protocol is still being evaluated, preliminary data collection indicates a decrease in the hip fractures who have used the Foot WAFFLE Air Cushion. Staff has reported positive feedback regarding the use of the algorithm. Data collection continues.
Conclusion
The implementation of the Foot WAFFLE Air Cushion in a heel ulcer prevention protocol for patients with hip fractures will not only reduce heel ulcer development, but will also increase patient and staff satisfaction, improve interdepartmental and interdisciplinary communication, and reduce the overall cost of care.
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