A medical-surgical unit at Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital undertook a project to reduce HAPIs through ongoing caregiver education, practice changes and routine communication.
Nurse Researchers Study the Effects of Fecal Management Systems on Anal Erosion
Adult ICU patients are at risk for fecal incontinence that can result in pressure ulcers and anal erosion. Nurse researchers at Cleveland Clinic studied the effect of fecal management systems on the incidence of anal erosion.
Preventing Pressure Ulcers in Pediatric Patients
Cleveland Clinic Children’s creating unit-based experts has put skin care on the radar.