Policy Updates

Pressure Ulcer Management Policy and Procedure #2

Care Management Care Practice Region: | Reference: WCC30

The policy has been reviewed with further detail added in relation to risk management and pressure ulcer prevention. Also included is the requirement to ensure that reddening and marks/ulcers are recorded on a body map. ‘React to Red’ guidance for staff when carrying out personal care has been added as well as a section describing the role of the Tissue Viability Nurse.