-Identify age related changes of skin & common skin
-Discuss the causes of skin problems in the elderly (pressure, friction, shear and incontinence)
-Identify the risk factors for skin problems in the elderly (immobility, poor nutrition & hydration, health problems)
-Describe the five principles of wound healing
-Describe the stages of a pressure injury
-Discuss preventive skin care measures (risk assessment, skin care, nutrition, repositioning & mobilization)
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Question 2 of 4
2. Question
How well will this program help you assess the skin status in your patients?
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Question 3 of 4
3. Question
How well will this program help you decrease patients’ incidence of skin breakdown?
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Question 4 of 4
4. Question
How well will this program help you seek assistance from a NP / MD or nurse manager?
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