Patient quality & safety measures

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Hospital Acquired Pressure ulcers (HAPU)

A hospital-acquired pressure ulcer (HAPU) is a localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue during an inpatient hospital stay, the result of pressure, shear, or both. HAPU development may also be associated with other factors such as advanced age, immobility, perfusion, nutritional status, hematological measures, illness severity, and presence of diabetes.

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Slips and falls

We measure both slips and falls while admitted in hospital. These can happen in the ward and may or may not result in an injury. To help us prevent you falling, on admission we will assess you for risk of falling and our plan to prevent falling will be shared with you. We urge you to use the nurse-call system, not climb over the bed rails and to please wear non-slip shoes. Some medication can also increase your risk of falling, such as blood pressure medication and medication to help you sleep.

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