Pressure ulcers: developing a program of care.

Abstract

The treatment of pressure ulcers has evolved from dry to moist healing techniques. Institutions must therefore develop a method to advance their clinical practices. Such a major change requires a systematic implementation of a comprehensive wound management program. The steps necessary in this program development include review of the current literature, review of current practice, standardization of treatment, assessment of product availability, standardization of documentation, in-service training of staff, and evaluation of program success.