Systematic Review: Is Prescription of Pressure-relieving Air Cushions Justified in Acute and Subacute Settings?

Background/Objective: Pressure injuries are a common yet largely preventable complication of hospitalisation. Whilst occupational therapists commonly prescribe pressure-relieving devices to reduce these risks, evidence to support clinical decision-making is limited. The purpose of this study was thu...

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Main Authors: Alyce Folan, Sharon Downie, Annabelle Bond
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2015-12-01
Series:Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1569186115000376