A policy that protects. The Waterlow Pressure Sore Prevention/Treatment Policy
Waterlow, J.
Professional Nurse 6(5): 258 260 262-4
1991
ISSN/ISBN: 0266-8130 PMID: 2000416 Document Number: 372680
The Waterlow card has been a valuable tool in the assessment and prevention of pressure sores. Its use cannot only protect patients from unnecessary sores, but also health authorities from legal action.
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