Step by step to a decision. Using an algorithm to help staff choose special beds
Crunden, E.; Shaylor, S.; Moxon, G.; Soanes, R.
Professional Nurse 10(6): 375-378
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 0266-8130 PMID: 7708797 Document Number: 453185
1. Pressure sores result in increases in length of hospital stay and patient pain and predisposition to systemic illness. 2. Most hospital-acquired pressure sores can be prevented if health authorities implement appropriate strategies. 3. The development and implementation of an algorithm can result in a more objective and appropriate use of special beds and a reduction in bed hire costs.