Whether you’re directly consulting with patients at risk for pressure injuries or advising a client on proper prevention and treatment methods, taking the time to learn more about the link between pressure injuries and nutrition is important.
The National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP) has announced that Thursday, November 18, 2021 will mark the celebration of Worldwide Pressure Injury Day. The objective of this day is to educate the public on the prevention of pressure injuries.
Nutrition professionals can make a difference on Worldwide Pressure Injury Day by exploring nutritional interventions for prevention and proper healing once a pressure injury has formed. We’ve also included a special course bundle of ours for you to continue your education on the topic!
The Role of Nutrition for Pressure Injury Prevention and Healing: The 2019 International Clinical Practice Guideline Recommendations
LWW Journals
Review nutrition recommendations from the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel and explore the topic of nutrition for pressure injury management. This is a great continuing education activity for nutrition and health professionals with an interest in skin health and wound care.
Help Get Pressure Injury Day Recognized in Your State
The National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel
Wondering what you can contribute during Worldwide Pressure Injury Day? Contact your local government to get pressure injury day recognized as an event to be celebrated in your state. Access materials you can use with your colleagues, patients, and clients to help educate and spread awareness, including downloads for logos, posters, brochures, and more.
