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2002 and earlier

The Role of Nutrition In Wound Healing K Niedert, MBA, RD, LD, FADA, ME Posthauer, RD, CD
Audience: Professionals
Description: This study guide discusses the risk factors for development of Pressure Ulcers including nutrition interventions. Other skin conditions frequently seen in the elderly such as arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers etc. are defined. The PUSH Tool: Pressure Ulcer Scale for Healing developed by the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel is included. Several case studies are included.
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