N-ursing
orders;
e.g. skin care orders, ambulation, etc
Skin care;
many facilities and home health care agencies do not have a dedicated wound care
nurse. So it is wise to spell out wound care orders. For pressure ulcers, be
sure to list; wound care products, cleansing technique and frequency of dressing
change, and position change. If specialized beds or protective equipment are
needed, please list. If you are unsure of what equipment is available at the
next level, include an Occupational Therapist (OT) consult for pressure ulcer
protection and risk reduction. OT's have a valuable knowledge set about devices
that can be utilized to protect patients from pressure injury. (mattresses,
beds, wheel chair pads, heel supporting devices, etc.) For more on pressure
ulcer care, see the Pearl card in this section entitled;
pressure ulcer