The Prevention and treatment of Pressure Ulcers

Written and edited by a team of experts, this remarkable book offers a unique holistic, client-centered approach and discussion of the very latest trends and issues in pressure ulcers, as well as the general principles of assessment and treatment. It also provides a wealth of user-friendly learning tools, including learning objectives, self-assessment questions, learning activities, key points, and summaries of vital information for each chapter. Need-to-know information is broken down into easy-to-understand tables. THE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF PRESSURE ULCERS features full-color artwork throughout and the two-column format aids in learning.

Four colour throughout, full colour photographs

Large format in two columns

Boxed and highlighted key points, assessment, summary and guideline information

The latest views on dressings and topical agents

State of the art exploration of surgical management techniques

Professional issues such as quality assurance and health ecnonomics

Patient-centred focus, including health-related quality of life and cover involvement

Valuable for novices and experts alike, including clinincal nurse specialists and advanced nurse practitioners (UK terminology)