Nursing Skills | Pressure Injury Prevention

Pressure injury prevention is a vital nursing responsibility aimed at protecting skin integrity and preventing tissue breakdown. Nurses assess risk using tools such as the Braden Scale, evaluating factors like mobility, moisture, nutrition, and friction. Interventions include repositioning patients at least every two hours, using pressure-relieving devices, and maintaining clean, dry skin. Proper nutrition and hydration support tissue health. Nurses inspect bony prominences regularly for redness, warmth, or discoloration. Moisture management—through barrier creams, absorbent pads, and incontinence care—reduces skin breakdown. Documentation includes risk scores, interventions, and skin assessment findings. Effective prevention reduces complications, hospital stays, and healthcare costs.

Hints About Risk Assessment

Braden Scale identifies vulnerable patients.

Tips About Repositioning Schedule

Regular turning reduces pressure.

Facts About Skin Care Measures

Protective products maintain integrity.