Identifying low patient movement and then turning patients methodically can prevent pressure ulcers.

The prevalence of pressure ulcers in hospital settings is high, but improvements are being made.

It is important to note that pressure ulcers do not regress in stage as they heal.

There are currently two major theories about the development of pressure ulcers.

Each year, more than 2.5 million people in the United States develop pressure ulcers.

Biofilm is one of the most common reasons for delayed healing in pressure ulcers.

Patients with pressure ulcers should not lie or sit on them.

Also, the supporting area of some products is very small and prolonged use can cause pressure ulcers.

A total Waterlow score 10 indicates risk for pressure ulcer.

After the education, no one, white or black, had more than a single pressure ulcer.