Background The prevalence of pressure ulcers particularly in the frail older adult population
continues to be high and very costly especially in those suffering from chronic diseases and …

RESUMO O estudo teve como objetivo identificar na literatura científica fatores
predisponentes para o surgimento das lesões por pressão (LP) em pacientes idosos. Foi …

Pressure ulcers are significant healthcare concerns affecting millions of people worldwide,
particularly those with limited mobility. Early detection and classification of pressure ulcers …

It is the position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that the quality of life and
nutritional status of older adults in long-term care, post-acute care, and other settings can be …

Obesity is highly prevalent in the United States and is becoming increasingly common
worldwide. The anatomic and physiological changes that occur in obese individuals may …

Background The prevalence of pressure injuries (PIs) in critically ill patients has been
extensively studied, but there is uncertainty regarding the risk factors. The main objective of …

Background Obesity is a well-established risk factor for multi-morbidity and disability among
older adults in the community and acute care settings. However, nursing home residents …

Pressure ulcers are painful, and affect patients' health, mobility and well-being. They also
cost the NHS between£ 1.4-2.1 billion a year. Although a large proportion of pressure ulcers …

Las úlceras por presión (UPP) y úlceras venosas (UV) son frecuentes en adultos y adultos
mayores. En Chile un 70% de las heridas crónicas corresponden a UV y la prevalencia de …

Background & aims Nutritional status is a significant issue in an aging society; however, the
impact of the nutritional status of older individuals using long-term care services on the …