Pressure ulcers - To sit or not to sit
In this session we will explore the critical clinical reasoning process around whether you can sit out of bed with a pressure area. To celebrate OT week and Stop the pressure week, we wish to recognise the importance of collaborative working.
This session will explore the risks of sitting and the risks of staying in bed. We wish to help clients make informed seating decisions to promote comfort, healing, function and overall well being.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand 24-hour posture and positioning
- Practical advice we can pass onto clients about managing pressure and preventing further damage
- Recommendations for alternative positions and equipment
- A review of current evidence
Meet our Experts
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Heidi has been a Tissue Viability Nurse since 2002. Her interest and passion in the prevention and management of pressure ulcers began, however, in 1987 on registering as a nurse. She has worked in both acute and community care. She is currently the part-time Tissue Viability Services Lead for Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust.
Nicky is a dedicated Occupational Therapist with over 16 years of experience, specializing in disability, posture, and seating. She has worked in both inpatient and community settings, and most recently served as a seating therapist within the HSE.
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Pressure ulcers - To sit or not to sit
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