Knowledge and practice for pressure injury prevention among care managers in a home care setting: a cross-sectional study

• DOI: 10.2147/cwcmr.s140673
• Publication Date: 2017-08-10T02:27:57Z
• Authors: Masushi Kohta; Yuki Kameda; Sadako Morita
• Keywords: Cross-sectional study; Pressure injury; Clinical Practice

Purpose: Previous studies on pressure injury prevention using questionnaire surveys have targeted physicians and nurses working in hospitals. However, few administered to social welfare professionals at home care. Thus, this study aimed investigate the current level of knowledge practice regarding among Japanese care managers. Patients methods: A cross-sectional managers a city was performed from June July 2016. Data were collected assess participants' for prevention. The included 1) measures demographic characterization, 2) knowledge, 3) practice, 4) difficulties risk assessment scales. Results: total 48 participants analyzed (response rate: 55%). overall scores 78.6% 61.8%, respectively. percentages who knew scales 38%, 26%, 13% Braden scale, Ohura–Hotta University Kanazawa We also observed that 50% believed use daily may be difficult. Conclusion: Through results survey, we concluded levels participating our "moderate" "low", Low obtained with respect question, "Using scales". will develop new scale as bridge between both medical professionals. Practically, authors recommend should receive continuous education practical training setting. Keywords: long term care, questionnaire, assessment, ulcer