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Revolutionizing Pressure Ulcer Prevention: The Role of Alternating Pressure Mattresses in Hospitals
University of West Florida Libraries
Integration of Evidence in Professional Nursing Practice Research Presentations, Research presentations (University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida, 04/2025)
04/2025
Abstract
Pressure ulcers (PUs) are a common and preventable complication in hospitalized adult patients, often leading to prolonged hospital stays, increased healthcare costs, and patient discomfort. The financial burden of pressure ulcers is substantial, with annual cost estimates ranging from $3.3 billion to $26.8 billion (McAuliffe et al., 2023). This poster presentation explores literature for the effectiveness of alternating pressure mattresses (APMs) compared to standard foam mattresses in reducing the incidence of pressure ulcers among hospitalized adults. A comprehensive literature review of recent studies examines the role of APMs in promoting pressure relief and improving blood circulation by continuously alternating pressure points, which helps prevent the development of pressure ulcers in diverse populations. These mechanisms are critical in preventing the development of pressure ulcers, especially across diverse patient populations.
Details
- Title
- Revolutionizing Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Resource Type
- Presentation
- Event
- Integration of Evidence in Professional Nursing Practice Research Presentations, Research presentations (University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida, 04/2025)
- Contributors
- Rebecca Toothaker (Faculty Mentor)
- Publisher
- University of West Florida Libraries; Argo Scholar Commons
- Format
- mp4
- Copyright
- Permission granted to the University of West Florida Libraries by the author to digitize and/or display this information for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires the permission of the copyright holder.
- Identifiers
- 99381327972206600
- Academic Unit
- BSN Virtual Student Scholarly Poster Showcase; School of Nursing; Usha Kundu, MD College of Health
- Language
- English
- Course Name
- Integration of Evidence in Professional Nursing Practice; NUR 4169