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LEARNING OBJECTIVES At the end of this training module, you will be able to: Explain why pressure ulcer (PU) care is of continuing concern to federal nursing home regulators. (Read more…) Demonstrate knowledge of the recommended frequency for PU risk assessments and give the rationale for this recommendation. (Read more…) List at least two validated instruments for assessing pressure ulcer risk. (Read more…) Exercise clinical decision making over which PU risk residents are regularly reassessed. (Read more…) List three recommended interventions for preventing pressure ulcers. (Read more…) Conduct a performance assessment that identifies residents who can reposition themselves independently and explain the importance of this assessment. (Read more…) Demonstrate knowledge of the clinical importance of wound assessment. (Read more…) Identify two validated instruments for assessing pressure ulcers and describe their similarities and differences. (Read more…) All procedures presented in this module are in accordance with the federal regulations that govern nursing home care and best practice guidelines for pressure ulcer prevention. (next)

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