July 25, 2018
Joint Commission announces new advisory on pressure injuries related to medical devices
Editor's Note
The Joint Commission on July 24 announced a new advisory on pressure injuries related to medical devices--including feeding or oxygen tubes, catheters, orthopedic devices, bedpans, and casts--which now account for more than 30% of all hospital-acquired pressure injuries.
The Joint Commission Quick Safety, Issue 43: “Managing medical device-related injuries” provides strategies for healthcare professionals to prevent these injuries.
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