Recurring pressure ulcers: Identifying the definitions. A National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel white paper |
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Authors: | Cindy Tew MSN Heather Hettrick PhD PT Sarah Holden‐Mount BS PT Rebekah Grigsby MSN Julie Rhodovi MBA Lyn Moore RD BS Amir M Ghaznavi MD Aamir Siddiqui MD |
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Institution: | 1. Compliance, Ernest Health, , Orange County, California;2. Department of Orthopedics, University of New Mexico, , Albuquerque, New Mexico;3. Business Development Division, American Medical Technologies, , Madbury, New Hampshire;4. Nutrition System Consulting, , Jackson, Mississippi;5. Division of Plastic Surgery, Henry Ford Hospital, , Detroit, Michigan |
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Abstract: | Currently, there is a lack of consensus regarding the accepted terminology pertaining to the pressure ulcer healing progression and recidivism. This lack of uniformity can negatively impact initiation of treatment pathways, completion of appropriate interventions, clinical documentation, medical coding, patient education, discharge planning and healthcare revenue through out the healthcare system. The purpose of this paper is to introduce a standard nomenclature as it pertains to pressure ulcer healing progression and any recidivism that may occur. The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel has formulated a framework of terms regarding pressure ulcer progression. We also developed a clearer nomenclature for lack of progress and recidivism of pressure ulcers. This document should serve as a starting point for the discussion of the pressure ulcer care, research, and terminology. |
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