Product Description
Detroit Medical Center, MI. Reference, for nurses, on current knowledge on the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers. Previous edition: c1996. Emphasizes the value of nutrition and importance of ongoing documentation. Features risk assessment scales, algorithms, care maps, color guide to stages, and sample forms. Softcover. DNLM: Decubitus Ulcer--prevention & control.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 1 review)

A beautiful book on the subject by Justin Luyt (USA, TX)

5 Stars
April 29, 2007
Not only a well written medical reference but also for everyday-people to understand the challenges and how to prevent this difficult illness.

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