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C.A.R.E. to prevent medical device related pressure injuries

June 2, 2021

A facility’s innovative program effectively reduced patient injury. Takeaways: Learn how a nurse-led interprofessional innovation was designed at an organization that’s received Magnet® designation. Gain insight how use…

Collaboration improves pressure injury prevention

May 18, 2018

Communication and research reduce OR-related pressure By Catherine Spader, RN An interview with Debra L. Fawcett, PhD, RN, director of infection prevention, Eskenazi Health, Indianapolis, Indiana. She has…

Leaders’ role in stopping workplace violence

September 6, 2020

Develop a sustainable plan that includes support and follow-up. Takeaways: The key to a successful workplace violence prevention program begins at the top with strong policies endorsed by…

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Pressure injury prevention in long-term care

July 9, 2021

Follow the evidence to improve outcomes. Takeaways: High quality healthcare is established using evidence-based practice in nursing protocols and procedures. To decrease pressure injury (PI) rates in long-term…

Preventing postpartum newborn falls

November 2, 2019

Work as a team to identify maternal and environmental risks. Takeaways: Nurses can identify risk factors for infant falls and proactively intervene and reverse risky scenarios. Nurses can…

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STAMP out skin tears: Skin tear assessment, management, and prevention

June 21, 2018

A complete skin tear program benefits patients, staff, and organizations. Takeaways: Skin tears are a common and painful reality for the elderly. Skin tear risk assessment is key…