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Improving The Utilization Of Cnas In Pressure Ulcer Prevention, Jaclyn N. Bitterman
Improving The Utilization Of Cnas In Pressure Ulcer Prevention, Jaclyn N. Bitterman
Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects
An estimated 2.5 million Americans are affected by pressure ulcers annually with the largest majority impacted the geriatric population. In order to achieve prevention of facility acquired pressure ulcers, the nursing team must properly identify patients at risk to prevent the injury associated with pressure. CNAs play a key role in this effort. The purpose of this project was used to develop, implement, and evaluate a training program for CNA students to improve knowledge and promote engaged attitudes in the prevention of pressure ulcers. Results of the project showed improvement after the training, but overall was not statistically significant. Overall …