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Recurring pressure ulcers: Identifying the definitions. A N ational P ressure U lcer A dvisory P anel white paper
Author(s) -
Tew Cindy,
Hettrick Heather,
HoldenMount Sarah,
Grigsby Rebekah,
Rhodovi Julie,
Moore Lyn,
Ghaznavi Amir M.,
Siddiqui Aamir
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
wound repair and regeneration
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.847
H-Index - 109
eISSN - 1524-475X
pISSN - 1067-1927
DOI - 10.1111/wrr.12183
Subject(s) - terminology , documentation , recidivism , medicine , intensive care medicine , psychological intervention , health care , nursing , psychiatry , political science , computer science , philosophy , linguistics , law , programming language
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 N ational P ressure U lcer A dvisory P anel 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.